Canna / Queensland Arrowroot
Canna / Queensland Arrowroot (also: Achira starch | Canna starch | Queensland arrowroot). Neutral; similar to true arrowroot.
Naturally gluten-free. That describes the plant. On a pack, any gluten-free wording, 'naturally gluten-free' included, legally means the flour inside is within the 20 ppm limit (EU, UK, US); flour without it can pick up gluten in the mill. Limited EU/US availability. Different from true arrowroot.
A note on coeliac safety
Naturally gluten-free. That describes the plant. On a pack, any gluten-free wording, ‘naturally gluten-free’ included, legally means the flour inside is within the 20 ppm limit (EU, UK, US); flour without it can pick up gluten in the mill. Limited EU/US availability. Different from true arrowroot.
| Region | Gluten-free status |
|---|---|
| EU | GF if labelled gluten-free |
| US (FDA) | GF if labelled gluten-free |
| Australia / NZ | GF if labelled gluten-free |
In the kitchen
Neutral; similar to true arrowroot. Best for: Thickening, regional (South America).
If you don’t have it
True arrowroot
Source: HTGF flour database · evidence tier C · last reviewed June 2026.
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