Fun Quiz: Native Australian Foods – Wattle Seed & Lemon Myrtle

What part of the wattle plant is commonly used in cooking?

• Flowers

• Leaves

• Seeds

• Roots

Which of these dishes can wattle seed be used in?

• Ice cream

• Breads

• Risotto

• All of the above

How long can whole dried wattle seeds be stored?

• 6 months

• 1 year

• Many years

• 3 weeks

What color are wattle seed pods typically?

• Bright red

• Glossy dark brown to black

• Blue-green

• Yellow

What happens to wattle seeds when they fall to the ground?

• They sprout immediately

• They can stay dormant for up to 20 years

• They dissolve in the soil

• They turn into a new tree overnight

What is a key health benefit of wattle seed?

• High in Vitamin C

• Provides a steady release of sugars, good for diabetics

• Rich in unhealthy fats

• Contains caffeine

How were wattle seeds traditionally used by Indigenous Australians?

• Crushed into flour and made into damper

• Brewed into tea

• Used as a natural sweetener

• Turned into a thick sauce

What does Lemon Myrtle taste and smell like?

• Mint

• Lemon

• Cinnamon

• Vanilla

Which part of the Lemon Myrtle plant is edible?

• Flowers

• Leaves

• Roots

• Seeds

What is Lemon Myrtle’s most famous chemical compound?

• Citric acid

• Caffeine

• Citral (over 90%)

• Fructose