Quandong (Native Peach)
fruit
Quandong, quandang or quondong is a common name for the species Santalum acuminatum, especially its edible fruit, but may also refer to:Aceratium concinnum Peripentadenia mearsii Elaeocarpus angustifolius Elaeocarpus arnhemicus Elaeocarpus bancroftii Elaeocarpus coorangooloo Elaeocarpus eumundi Elaeocarpus ferruginiflorus Elaeocarpus foveolatus Elaeocarpus grandis Elaeocarpus holopetalus Elaeocarpus johnsonii Elaeocarpus kirtonii Elaeocarpus kirtonii Elaeocarpus largiflorens Elaeocarpus obovatus Elaeocarpus reticulatus Elaeocarpus ruminatus Elaeocarpus sericopetalus Elaeocarpus williamsianus Santalum acuminatum Santalum lanceolatum Santalum murrayanum Terminalia cunninghamii The specific epithet of Amyema quandang, discovered growing on Santalum acuminatum
Conditions addressed
How to use
- Eat fresh, raw, or dried.
- Can be blended into smoothies, juiced, or added to salads and grain bowls.
Pregnancy, Breastfeeding & Children
No herb-specific pregnancy/child safety research is documented for Quandong (Native Peach) in our references — the guidance below is based on its general effect category, not research on Quandong (Native Peach) itself. Always confirm with a midwife, doctor, or pediatrician.
Pregnancy
AvoidThis herb is associated with stimulant activity, which can raise heart rate and blood pressure — generally best avoided or strictly limited in pregnancy. This is a general, mechanism-based caution, not herb-specific research.
Breastfeeding
Use CautionStimulant compounds pass into breast milk and can cause infant irritability or poor sleep — generally used cautiously and in moderation.
Children
AvoidStimulant effects on the developing cardiovascular and nervous system mean these herbs are generally avoided in children.
Interactions & contraindications
May affect immune activity
Watch for: Immunosuppressants (for transplant or autoimmune conditions)
Immune-stimulating herbs can work against immunosuppressive therapy.
May have a diuretic effect
Watch for: Diuretic medications and lithium
Additive fluid loss can affect electrolyte balance and change how the body clears lithium.
May have a stimulant effect
Watch for: Other caffeine-containing products, MAOIs, and stimulant medications (for ADHD or weight loss)
Additive stimulant effects can raise heart rate and blood pressure.