This artwork depicts the Mistletoes, an edible fruit gathered by the Aboriginal women and children in central Australia. The fruits are red, orange, black or yellow when ripe. Emus and some bird species eat this fruit as well.

Eastern Arrernte people call Mistletoes Ingkwerrpme

If you would like to know more about the Edible Mistletoes and the relationship with Aboriginal Art and culture, please read the following articles:

• Aboriginal Food
• Aboriginal Women
• Aboriginal Symbols and their Meanings