Ficus rubiginosa, also known as Port Jackson Fig or Rusty Fig

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Food, Medicine and Tools

SCIENCELearning Activity 41

Investigate how the Aboriginal people of New South Wales traditionally use various plants for food, medicine and tools.

• Choose one plant to focus on.

• Find as much information as you can, including images, for your chosen plant.

• Prepare a report and share your findings with others.