The Native or Lady Apple Tree is often found in sandy soil in tropical woodland locations across the Cape York and Top End of Northern Australia. It is usually a large broad leafed tree growing up to 12 metres in height. The leathery leaves are almost circular and grow opposite each other along the branch. During the months of Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, and Feb, the tree produces clusters of white tasseled flowers. (See above right). The fruits are red-pinkish colour when ripe, roughly oval in shape, and often appear to have been penetrated by grubs and insects.

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