Traditional Native Plant for Learning, Healing, and Connection to Country
The Fresh Lemon Myrtle Leaves pack (10 leaves) provides a sensory and cultural connection to Aboriginal bush foods and traditional plant knowledge.
For thousands of years, Aboriginal peoples have valued Lemon Myrtle for its refreshing scent, flavour, and healing qualities.
Known as one of Australia’s most aromatic native plants, Lemon Myrtle teaches us that nature offers nourishment, medicine, and mindfulness.
These Fresh Lemon Myrtle Leaves are perfect for classrooms, cultural workshops, and bush tucker sessions that explore how Aboriginal peoples use native plants sustainably.
Cultural Significance of Lemon Myrtle
In Aboriginal culture, Lemon Myrtle represents healing, renewal, and connection to Country.
Traditionally, the leaves were crushed to release their calming aroma or steeped in water for cleansing and medicinal use.
They were also used in cooking and ceremony, reminding us of the balance between body, spirit, and environment.
Using Fresh Lemon Myrtle Leaves in education allows students to explore Aboriginal ecological knowledge, bush medicine, and sustainable harvesting practices.
Each leaf tells a story of respect, patience, and gratitude for what the land provides.
Key Learning Areas
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Bush Foods and Medicine: Discover how Aboriginal peoples used Lemon Myrtle in daily life for health and flavour.
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Cultural Science: Explore the natural chemistry behind the plant’s scent and antimicrobial properties.
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Sustainability: Discuss responsible gathering and the importance of protecting native species.
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Mindfulness and Wellbeing: Experience how scent and sensory learning connect us to Country.
How to Use Fresh Lemon Myrtle Leaves in Learning
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Include Fresh Lemon Myrtle Leaves in Bush Food Talks or Tastes of Country Workshops.
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Use them for tea-making demonstrations to teach traditional bush medicine and wellness practices.
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Incorporate them into lessons on native flora, ecology, and sustainable gardening.
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Pair them with Native Garden Consultations or Cultural Planting Sessions to extend learning outdoors.
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Display or dry the leaves as part of a Bush Tucker Learning Corner in your classroom or centre.
Product Details and Care
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Material: Fresh Lemon Myrtle Leaves (Backhousia citriodora).
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Quantity: 10 leaves per pack.
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Use: For educational and cultural demonstration purposes.
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Storage: Keep refrigerated or air-dried for longevity.
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Safety: Non-toxic; suitable for adult-supervised tea or scent activities.
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Packaging: Eco-friendly and compostable materials where possible.
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Price: $25.00.
Why You Will Love This Educational Resource
The Fresh Lemon Myrtle Leaves offer a unique way to engage with Aboriginal food culture, plant science, and wellbeing.
They encourage curiosity, sensory learning, and mindfulness — perfect for classrooms, workshops, and community programs.
By including native plants like Lemon Myrtle in education, we honour the knowledge, care, and connection that Aboriginal peoples continue to share.
