The diverse indigenous communities here weave palm, rattan, tree barks, bamboo, and several other plants taken from the jungles into works of art. The Bidayuh are noted for their 'kesah' mats, which are sturdily woven from rattan and beaten tree bark, while the Melanaus and Malays are known for their intricately plaited baskets, colourful mats, caps, and house decorative items made from sago, pendanus, and palm leaves. The Ibans also weave beautiful arrowroot patterned mats that only show up in indirect light.