Tag: Saltbush

According to Indigenous Australian tradition passed down for over 65,000 years, bush food or 'tucker' includes a vast array of edible native plants and animals. Bush spices are the aromatic herbs, seeds, and leaves from this tradition, now gaining international acclaim for their unique and complex flavours.

Atriplex species are a genus of remarkably resilient halophytes that thrive in harsh, saline environments, a property that leads to the development of beneficial antioxidant and bioactive compounds. Often called saltbush, these plants are emerging as a promising and sustainable food source, offering a unique nutritional profile for human and animal diets. But **what are the benefits of Atriplex** when it comes to nutrition and health?