Description
The FPRMMR community, Elders and ranger team have been working with floodplain ecologists and site managers over the last couple of years to consolidate the cultural and ecological knowledge of vegetation species commonly found in the upper SA River Murray floodplains and wetlands.
The guide contains information about plant biology, animal associations and cultural uses of more than 70 plants found in the region. The cultural uses categories including food, hunting, medicinal, tools, shelter, cooking and more. The guide also features artwork (icons and symbols) created by 3 local artists from the First Peoples community.
This informative and educational tool will be used by First Peoples of the River Murray and Mallee Region when undertaking Aboriginal Waterways Assessments (AWAs) to identify and assess the cultural values at a site. AWAs enable these cultural values to be considered alongside ecological values when monitoring and managing sites.
The Floodplain Plant and Cultural Uses Field Guide is also a valuable tool to teach the younger generations and educate the broader community about the cultural significance of floodplain and wetland plants, how they were used by Traditional Owners and how those practices continue today.
