Wp/nys/Poolgara
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[edit | edit source]The Poolgara, Poolgarla,[1] Bulgalla,[1] Mungite,[1] or Mungitch[2] has the scientific name Banksia grandis wer the English name Bull Banksia.[1]
The tree typically grows to a height of 1.5 to 10 metres producing large yellow flower cones between September wer January. It has distinctive leaves with triangular shaped lobes that look like teeth.[3]
The Candle Banksia cones in particular were used to carry karla (fire) from camp to camp.[2]
The flowers are a source of nectar, which can be used to make a sweet drink.[3]
Ngiyan waarnk (References)
[edit | edit source]- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Plants and People in Mooro Country - Nyungar Plant Use in Yellagonga Regional Park. City of Joondalup. Retrieved 19 September 2016
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Traditional Noongar Knowledge of Endangered Flora. Perth Region NRM. Retrieved 22 September 2016
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Plants of the Denmark walk trails:Traditional Noongar Names and Uses. Green Skills Inc. Retrieved 27 May 2017
- ↑ Nannup, F. (n.d) Winjan Tour