waljji kanttaji jangu

waljji kanttaji jangu
desert bloodwood with bush coconut; Corymbia opaca with Cystococcus pomiformis
Definition
Bush cocout is an insect gall that grows on bloodwood trees. It is a bush tucker. We check to see that it is green and fresh. We open it with a stick or rock, and eat the inside, even the little insect. It's good to eat. These are also used for children's toys.
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Source
E. Graham Nakkamarra. Photo G. Warner
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