Plant MedicineFinger Lime
Finger Lime
Citrus australasica
Family: Rutaceae
At a glance
Best for: Vitamin C, Antioxidant, Digestive support
Common forms: Culinary
Evidence level: Traditional-only/Early
What it is
Finger lime is a native Australian citrus fruit containing tiny pearl-like juice vesicles. It is prized as a gourmet ingredient and native food.
Traditional use
Consumed by Aboriginal Australians as a bush food for thousands of years.
What modern research suggests (Traditional-only/Early)
Rich in vitamin C, folate, and antioxidants. Limited formal research but nutritional profile is well characterised.
Safety + interactions
Very safe as a food.
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