The arid centre is a vast region with a varied number of habitats, from the sandy desert areas, salt lakes, claypans, gorges, chasms, gaps, and seemingly dry riverbeds that weave across the landscape linking up permanent water holes.

Yet this arid region is home to a variety of plant life, from ancient palms and river red gums to Upside-down Plant and the bright Orange Spade Flower.

Among the many types of plants is a group of plants that have become increasingly popular with cooks and chefs around the world, these are our ‘Bush Food’. Found throughout Australia, there are many species that grow here in Central Australia, providing a staple of diet for the indigenous inhabitants, before the appearance of Europeans.

Following are some images of the bush tucker plants species that can be found in Central Australia.