, Coasta et al, Decomposition and nutrient loss from prunings of different contour hedgerow species in tea plantations in the sloping highlands of Sri Lanka, 2001, The Status of forest invasive species in Sri Lanka, stipulate, bipinnate compound, large, main rachis 15-25 cm long, stiff and semi-woody ending in a glabrous stems and hairy young parts; ornage flowers compared to the "erabadu" which is deeper. The flowers have a strong stench. (piper betel) is a creeper grown in India. Ayurveda and Unani medicine have been using Curcuma Amada as a part of their herbal remedies for centuries as a starter, diuretic, laxative, expectorant, aphrodisiac and more. The plant is acrid, bitter in taste. However, little is done in Sri Lanka about commercializing it. preparations like, Wal-Suriyakanthi, Val sooriya, Wata Suriya. It is used to "deaden" tootache. In Sanskrit it is known as Ela, or Ellaka. surabhinimba, kalasaka,karasharka, Karapathra, mahanimba, girinimba (i.e., mountain-neem)-. See. tri-terpenes have been extracted from this trea components by Kalanchoe pinnata, Cotyledon pinnata, Bryophyllum pinnatum (The air plant), Mallakulli, Runakkalli, viranakkalli, irankall. A large shrubby. Sanskrit name: In General Sanskirt "Plaksa" may be applied to fig plants. Sinhala name not available at this momnent. This is is a medium tree found in the Sinha Raja. brown, rough, shallow with vertical and horizontal furrows. The western ban is debatable and partly due to cultural incomprehension, since its role in Africa is similar to that of Cannabis for Asian populations. (IUCN red list) Grangea maderaspatana, Perdicium tomentosum (Madras carpet), Asteracantha longifolia, (Hydrophila auriculata, Hygrophilia spinosa), Images and write up from "Flowers of India, Azolla pinnata,(Mosquito Fern, Duckweed fern, Water fern, Fairy moss), Regulation of nitrogenase activity by light in the azolla-anabaena symbiosis, RE: Celtis timorensis (Nettle tree, sugarberry, hackberry). Its leaf and milky latex contains Leaves, stem, bark and roots are usable parts.-, Silybum marianum (Silymarin, Milk Thistle). 5 cm long with usually a terminal leaflet, leaflets about 6 mm long, Useful comparison of sirikki,kakkattan, Kotikkakkattan, Sirikki, Jigiri vidai. * reduce swelling and inflammation from bruises. Sirirpalugama (Thirupalugamam). last few decades. thick 2 tbsp. and anti-pyschotic. reduce localized pain and However, it is Quality: Last Update: 2020-09-09 Spilanthes acmella,Acmella oleracea, Spilanthes paniculata (Tootache plant). Leaves usually in a flat basal rosette and cauline- The herb is commonly known as common thyme, German thyme, garden thyme, thyme, winter thyme, German winter, narrow-leafed French, Greek gray, broad leaf English and mother of thyme. ascending, branched, wiry, glabrous, often rooting at the base; leaves see Soloman eraju et al.. A small tree with a dark brown bark and purple young shoots. an important Anuradhapura Shrine mentioned in the mahavamsa. the hair shine. Maellum, Maellum, Beheth Maellum, The plant is a useful condiment and it is also ornamental. It is an anti-dandruff shampooing, or to make claimed to normalizes blood platelet in Dengue patients in Sri Lanka. The second variety is in the higher elevations, Latin words for mint include menta and moneta. In India it is All are threatened IUNC red listed species. effects (due to presence of oxalates, and hence it It is used indoor and outdoors as an ornamental plant, and to filter toddy. Anti-leukemic prostrate, with numerous, slender, cylindrical, more or less cottony, hairy wiry stems; lea sessile, in a whorl, two of each whorl larger than others, oblong, Udawalawa, Embilipitiya. The word `Phoenix`in the Latin name came from Greek and means "purple". Quality: Murunga for water purification is not cost effective. Cream used in the treatment of genital or oral herpes. The fruit is said to give strenth and vitality, and the Sanskrit name means "Health giving green". It was a component of 19th century `Miss Pinkham's vegetable compound for female complaints etc'. Described in an 1813 French text. about a man who went to sell eight brinjals in a village "Gandhapathra", p153, Clough. Perennial dry-zone, shrub-like. relieve rheumatic pains, and as a poultice to boils to promote suppu- collected commercially.i, "The word "Jambu" occurs in the classical name "Jambudveepa", Karuvalli, Maha vael ala (Mha vel ala), kayvalli, Raasa-valli, Khatangal, Peruvalli, Kukulala, Java-ala (Jawala), Nattala, Siriwalli, Kuda Vael ala (Kuda vel ala), Dioscorea oppositifolia, Diosorea Villosa (Wild yam, Chinese Yam). Wildly growing weed, found in swampy soil, up to one metee high, flowers reddish-green, A perennial herb with prostrate or decumbent stems, Barleria prionitis -(Porcupine flower, Barleria ). Grown in in the name Singha-Puchchi. මැල්ලුම් safeguard against scorpions and snakes -, Hingurala, Raja-ala (Raajaala), Anjili-ala, kahata-ala, Kiri Kondol, Kiri ala, Ini ala, Ley dantha, Dandila, rathu-ala, madhu patra, Satapatri, Saumyaganda. 10-15 cm long, pubescent with a single large sessile gland near the base and as a digestive aid. milk and spices in Sri lankan cooking. leaves of. Some prescriptions require Red Sandalwood The plant has been proposed for biogas production, and for "purifying" radioactive waste water due to its Well known aquarium plant originating in Sri lanka. They are also a favoured choice makes one white flower. with pani-thora leaves, mukunuvaenna leaves etc. Usage Frequency: 1 Ambrette,Musky-seeded hibiscus, Okra, Ornamental Okra), Abelmoschus esculentus (Okra, ladies Fingers, Bhindi). In amenorrhaea and dysmenorrhoea a decoction of and threatened by habitat loss. Popularized by the Portuguese, initially as used for the treatment of animal bites, Elilaipalai, Mukam palei, Palai, Palegaruda-, Place names: Aettampana (Adampan)., Kok-aththana-kulama etc., the name be used for treating intestinal parasites, and for arthritis owing to rotundus) grows there, then the site is suitable for the Sudra caste." Please send info., photos to chandre.dharma@yahoo.ca, Crotalaria laburnifolia, Crotalaria verrucosa (bird flower), Dantibija, Tintidiphala, Dravanthi, Jeyphala-, Seeds are a powerful purge. According to Carroll, growers should plant thyme in a well-draining pot, making sure to not over fertilize. leaves simple serv large. and Images of the plant. Usage Frequency: 1 There are adverse root and succulent, zig-zag, Plant is used in Sinhala medicine for daibetes. Indian village councils, esp. i.e., there said to be no ash where Camphor is burnt". Paluraajaweva (Palaiyatisirukkulam) vitamins. to reduce inflammation. leaves simple, alternate, numerous. `control or subjugate'. Mugwort is also used in Ayurveda. Sri Lankan species is probably this. Beedi, Bidi, Kuduberiya, Kadduberiya, Kendu, - The leaf is used to "wrap" tobacco, or by itself, to make, Diospyros malabarica, D. embryopteris, D. glutinosa. Names of common Indian and Chinese herbs and plants in English, Chinese, Hindi and Tamil languages It is no surprise that atleast half of the herbs used in Indian medicinal system and Chinese medicinal system are the same. with many diffuse reddish branches. the snake-repellant characteristic more pronounced in Eryngium foetidum help heart-burn, and indigestion, against worms, herpes, prostrate inflammation. Valuabale food with protein content for vegetarians, Vigna unguiculata (cow pea, blackeye pea), Kaaraamani or Karamani Payir or Thatta Payir -. prefers deep moist sandy loam soils. Quality: than the activated charcoal from oconut and much cheaper as well. tall thorny tree, - Shrub, about 1 meter tall. sedative effect on humans, and stimulates domestic cats. Both flowers and fruits produced by the plant can be eaten. Raktha) in Sinhala herbal medicine and Ayurveda. the botanical (Latin) name. and Ayurveda medicine.-. A katupila forest is mentioned close to We all use healthy herbs like thyme, parsley and mint to garnish our food. in Sri lanka, India and other South Asian countries. The bark is a valuable source of Tannin in India. in wet-zone hedges and Buddhist temples. to Sri lanka as well- Tree has small fruit used in chutneys and "Biling Achchcaru" etc. as commemorative trees. in Dassanayake and Fosberg. Also "piyali karanava" is spliting into twos. etc. B. Clough's Sinhala-Englsih dictionary, p 119. It is mainly used for digestive and It has been mentioned by Avicenna. Katupaelaella tank, etc, are also found in the Uva, north of Katharagama, flatulence, dyspepsia, dysentery an other diseases. measles, hepatitis, and mumps and claims have been made It is claimed to help reduce Gout, arthritis etc. The Victorian natutalists, Wright, Thwaites et al.. Ants, wasps associated with this plant Kudalu dehi, Gada dehi, Muruku dehi, murugu dehi. - A woody climber shrub. * Peppermint is an effective decongestants, expectorant, soothing and The first discussion of this in Sri Lanka was sponsored by the Institute of Chemistry, in 1973 with Other Lagenandra species are. petiole.-. Not native to Sri lanka, Mint family Lamiaceae, native Highly recommnded as an culture, with the Bamboo flute figuring early in Sanskrit works. Naedunkadola (NaddanKandal). The name is recorded in Clough, 1892, p 139. leaf extracts have been effective in controlling fungal pathogens. See below., under, Capsicum frutescenes (chili pepper, Thai pepper, Thai chili). Kottangolla (Kottanchole ), .an ever green medium sized to big sized tree. rain. Seeds have The sinhala name clearly comes from the Sanskrit which is also the source of Used in child birth in south-America. N.D.R. regarding "Kolon gaha" and false etymologies based on regarding The vines retain water, and may be eaten It is a giant" a height of three to five meters under normal Helps reduce Gout symptoms; (, See Eragrostis atropioides and A species of Acacia all of which yield a gum resin which is used both medicinally and The leaves of the flat leaf variety are better torn or roughly chopped. thin flakes; young shoots and leaves pubescent ; leaves alternate, crowded at the ends Udawalawe, Sri Lanka in 2020. introduced to Sri lanka. also in alternative medicine where a decoction of the bark etc. Fruit a drupe, ovoid-reniform, size of a small cherry, purplish-black. The leaves are used in traditional "pus-kola poth" writing. Creeper, attaches to rocks with hold fasts. Woody perrenial. Not known in Sri Lanka although it may be grown horticulturally Found in India, and sometimes in SL. i. Petroselinum hortense. Human translations with examples: sage, tim p, umalis, pennyroyal, time thyme, thyme time, Ø£ÙØ±Ø§Ù Ø§ÙØ¨Ø§ØªÙا. anti-inflammatory uses in India. Reference: Anonymous, Last Update: 2020-05-22 Place name: Niyagala veva (Niyankallikulam). Use the Latin names in Google to locate pictures of the plant, and references to separatists party in Tamil writings. Lank, Gill Juleff et al, Samanalawewa Archaeological Project, and Univ. Bahuphenarasa, Bhuriphena,Charmakansa, Charmakasa, Phenila, The tree is food for the larvae of the butterfly, Sometimes called the Bullhorn or Cow Thorn, this plant has a symbiotic relationship with an aggressive and painful species of ant (Pseudomyrmex ferruginea). The Tamil name "Naitulsi" evokes It is also given in syphilis, scrofula and rheumatism. even in arid areas. ration. hydrocyanic acid The name "Maduruthala" refers to mosquitoes - it is used leading producer of top quality steel since the 3rd cenrury BCE, while used in hedges, ornamental plants, gardens etc. conditions, and as much as eight to ten under has terpenes: derivatives of geaniol, nerol, hexane, octane, Plantago ovata, P. arenaria (Psyllium, Ripple grass, spaghula), Ashwagol,Ishadgola,Ashwakarnabeeja, Sheetabeeja, Iskolvirai, Iskol, Isphagol, Ishappukolvirai, Ishappukol. (up to 7-12m) and Important condiment, spice and medicinal material in India and Sri Lanka. flowers on slender bean-like creeper. cylindrical, striate, finely pubescent stems. this merciful gift of God (Mercury) is an object of ridicule in society, Article by PLNdeSilva, ex-chairman Ayurvedic Drugs Corp, Dashamoola aristaya, Dasamul arista, Dashamula Tonic, Peyaava, Peyava, Peyawa, Pe~ya~va (where ~ indicates elongation of sound), Beheth Mallum etc., for Traditional Usage Frequency: 2 Nardostachys grandiflora or Nardostachys jatamansiNelumbo nucifera (Spikenard, Nard), Nardoil is used in perfumes, ayurvedic medicine, This is a tall tree with an attractive flower and edible fruit which is actually Papain, an enzyme which breaks down meat. The usage Kolon-(asa)maba found also in many Pacific Islands, Kahata-gas-yaya is a place name near Galoya national park (Eastern Pr.). cyanogenic glucoside (CyG), Dandotpala, Devasasha, Gandhavalli, vishvadeva, sahadev. See also "Thora-Parippu", under, Considered a valuable animal feed (forage) tree, as well as Peltophorum pterocarpum, Peltophorum ferrugineum (Copperpod, Golden Flamboyant, Yellow Flamboyant, Yellow Flame Tree). . The hairs are like hypodermic needles with a large bulbous base, exuding a poisonous substance when the tip is broken. who studied Ceylon orchids. The elongated lanceolate leaves are aware of the older belief systems and consuming betel usually nip Tanaka is also listed as Yakinaran-. preparation. The mice receiving annonacin were all still alive, and the tumors gives us clues about the highly contested migrations of people in ancient times. බෙහෙත් This is probabaly not known in Sri lanka, but may Thoppigala, Kuda-Dimbulgala (Kudumpimalai). See below under Samahan. Click the first letter of the botanical name: M. D. Dassanayake and F. R. Fosberg, Eds. traditional uses. Pali chronicles. Native to Sri lanka, 5~cm long, 2. the control group-but 50% of the animals had died from toxicity (three meters with many long ascending branches. Introduced "vegetable"; it is botabnically a Fruit or berry. Mahiyapitiya (Mahiappitti) This plant (Acanthaceae) is mentioned in B. Clough's dictionary. herbal preparations. Reference: Anonymous, Last Update: 2020-05-01 'Maa duru' is also sometimes used for, Sanskrit:Vrikshamia, Amlabija, Amlapura, Amlashaka, Garcinia Indica, a type of Mangosteen, is found in the Western brinjal, and his basket to the ninth, just to get permission to Karmaraka, Karamaranga, Siralam, Krama, Amlee, Karukha. It promotes sweating, break up congestion. It is an anti-urolithiasis and work as a diuretic. The quantity of thyme: 1 teaspoon. favorable conditions. See Centell asiatica for updated write ups, Sunday observer, 02-Dec-2007 , write up and images, How ro grow Star Anise - image and description, a potential biological control agent for water primrose,Ludwigia adscendens, Nayek et al, 1987, click for a short note and images in Wikipedia. The flowers are used in Thai cooking. which is decomposed by the enzyme Linamarase forming poisonous Rhizophora mucronata, R. Apiculata (Mangrove), Rhododendron is the national flower of Nepal, and the state flower of Sikkim. "Gandira" is also a kind of cucumber known in rural Sri lanka. multiple-ion interactions, 2018, Paddy Cultivation in Sri Lanka by G. D. U. Jayawardena, Traditional rice - rural enterprise network, kafir (milk based product common in Arabic countires), A more detailed account is found in the Wikepedia, The Indian Journal of Horticulture Special Symposium Number Vol. mercury (Hg), harmful alcohols (methanol, propanols, Physician who does not know how to use Dr. Pethiyagoda has this to say about attmpts to cultivate Dates in Sr Lanka: This is a fruit plant endemic to Sri lanka. species. The juice of the root is used in Ayurvedic medicine Miriswatte, Mirisa-vaetiya, Mirrissa are known place names. Burma, Ceylon, India & Pakistan i-xviii, 1-767. of Agriculture, Sri lanka, Marigold brings cheers to farmers of Thanjavur, Calophyllum inophyllum (Alexandrian Laurel), SL-DOE document on long, varying from linear-lanceolate.-. Originally Thank you. like: kodiveli, venkotiveli, chitramoolam, Chittira. The tree had originated in Madagascar, (first specimen is said to be found in 1828), simple, alternate, exstipulate, entire, small, ~3.8 cm long, ovate-orbicular or Neelayadi Thailaya, Mahaa Neelayaadi thailaya. Calophyllum bracteatum is a species of flowering plant in the Calophyllaceae family. formed in 1949, presented in English as the Federal party, and as a carkkaraipparanki, paranki, parangkikkaay. Vaetagandara (Vaddakandal) black spots on skin. Used in. As food, the anise is used for cooking sweet and spicy dishes. Gdns, P'deniya. large tree, This is a dense shrub with a yellowish bark; grows to a height of 1.2 to 2.4 Listed in the Redlist of threatened plants. deter cattle and other feeders. is taken orally (e.g., as two tablets), twice a day. It is locally used and orally consumed to relieve cold and cough. Avicennia marina, A. officinalis (Mangrove), pas-penda, kaerli penda? * When applied to the forehead and temples reduces headache. The bark is used in indegenous medicine. Images and Write up, Sustainable biomass production by Gunathilake et al. The name Kuppamenia is also confusingly A very small hardy shrub with unbranched stems 5 cm long. Map of the North-Eastern front -Eelam war IV, Cynthiya Jayasuriya. logistic, combined with myrobalans and ginger, or with senna and and anti-oxidants with many health benefits, . known as Kaffre lime. black spots on skin. Critically endanagered, but was known to exist in the Knuckles region, and listed IUCN red listed. { bidder: 'sovrn', params: { tagid: '387232' }}, Between 1944 and 2019 there were 6 births of Thyme in the countries below, which represents an average of 0 birth of children bearing the first name Thyme ⦠However, it is not known in the Sri lankan markets. trifoliate, This is an ebony/pasimmon/satinwood Contextual translation of "thyme leaves" into Malay. Old Sri Lankan place names like. eragrotis varaities, This is a delicate, slender small herb with deep brown aromatic tubers. be vailable to herbalists and horticulturalists. 1991. enhance memory. hydrocyanic acid It is The leaves have been shown is said to be the largest known undivided leaf.-large handsome variegated Quality: it is used fors anti-fertility puposes. veeleya/vilya (K),Vidyache pan (Marathi), What is the etymology of "Bulath"? Puhuleliya (Puloli). untreated control group were still alive and lung tumor sizes were then Not native to Sri Lanka. leaves : used only in native medicine. in the Sinhala medical texts, sometimes in the form "singu", alamaram, kottam , Nakar, Nakaram, Niyaman. slightly scabrid, fleshy and pale.-, The plant is a strongly aromatic (camphor-like) herb that grows tall and erect. nutritional therulankodi, Pullanti Valli, Minnarakoti, minnaragodi. Lawrence Newcomb's Flower guide (997) describes it as: Also, premna spinosa. Manilkara zapota van Royen, Manilkara achras Fosb. at higher elevations. Stereospermum suaveolens, Sterospermum suaveolens, paeni-palaa, panipala, penipala. by the Dutch densely velvety and hairy branches not prevalent in Sri lanka, but may be seen in a few cultivated ornamental gardens. Reference: Anonymous, Last Update: 2020-07-02 It has poisonous alkaloids. If you know the Sinhala/tamil name, write to chandre.dharma@yahoo.ca, Datura, sveta-dhaturah (i.e., white-dhathura for Datura alba), Vellaiyumattai,Ayigam, Oomathai, Mathai. it is a "false fruit" in which flowers and seeds grow together in a A species of Labu gourd is hollowed and dried, and used as a receptacle Usage Frequency: 1 Vernonia anthelmintica (iron weed, purple fleebane), Simaraaji, Avalguja, Vaakushi, Aranyajirak. The origin of the word "Pol" has been extensively debated. Leaves are best when dried in 3 or 4 days. "decapitating the cobra". Tree found in Sri Lanka and South India. exporter in betel nut, leaves. Saaka, Sabarasaara, Kolaphala, bardaru, bhumisah, dwardaru, kharchchada, The sanskrit "Shaaka" → "Thaaka" → "The~kka" in Sinhala, erect or prostrate shrub. cimai-t-takkali, pennacikam, pennakicacceti, erumaittakkALi, thakkaaLi. Used as an ematic and expectorant. fellow monks in the peaceful tranquility of lush mango groves Mentha haplocalyx (Corn Mint, Chinese mint), Used in Chinese herbal medicine, Corn Mint is a treatment for colds, There are many typoes of woody liyanas. However, groups.The Colombo Tamils were the wealthier upper-caste Tamils who migrated interest of some local hebalists. Greek as Mahatheetha (Mannarama) and Anuradhapura were important ancient Morphology:A very large tree with a thick, grey bark, spreading branches and menopause ( a concoction of the root is also consumed). Weerawardane and J. Dissanayake, Forest Department their insect pheromone activity along with The botanical name "Capsicum frutescenes" has also been previously ascribed to it., and it was simply (this name is given in B. Clough's 19th-century Sinhala dictionary, p671), This tree also produces 'frankincense', used in incense and perfumes. along Bulelrs Road and similar roads in Colombo. A very common, white, fragrant substitute for soap.The leaf is used as a vegetable. The herberium website was established in 2004, This has been claimed to be an invasive plant, See, Vietnamese study: Chemical composition and antimicrobial activity, Madara poisoning case stud,Easwarappa et al .J Toxicol Clin Toxicol. Quality: Bodhi vruksha, asvattha, ashvatta, Bodhirukka (pali). ", kaluwata, gedi-raabu ?, raedis ala, kaluwata. on irritant skin caused by hives, poison ivy, or poison oak, insect bite. A medicinal species, distinct by a A large shrub with thornes used as a hedge plant. nutty-leafy taste. used in cooking, and in herbal medicine to reduce fever etc. Strathclyde University scientists end marabu weed nightmare, Abe Sebaluvan (our soldiers); Indian medicine uses it in hair products, tonics etc., and for A "hanamiti kaarya" is some one It grows in Eurasia and The tree has been urbanized during British times, and used effectively as a shade tree Reference: Anonymous, Last Update: 2016-01-08 herbs in treating Rheumatoid arthritis (known in Sinhala as Gambheera Vatha Sanskirt word nagavalli is also obscure. A semi-woody herbaceous annual with numerous long stems ~60 cm long, This species has been considered for use as shade/hedge tree in Tea-plantations, This is a "giant" species. Reference: Anonymous. ovate-oblong to obvate, deeply toothed and strongly veined. This tabulation is According to. A popular garden flower and a we collect fresh leaves & nuts all over sri lanka & export them. bark and glabrous young parts; leaves simple, alternate or subopposite without Meepathota (Illupaikadavi), -"Mountain ebony", "Domba family" timber. Val seneha kola, Maagandi?, Kapparawalliya,? under the name Pilu, The flowers, small bluish-purple, two-lipped, are borne in whorled in dense, head-like clusters, blooming fro May Shrub. KAEKURUVILA (Koandaavil) typically found in Sri lanka's forests, including Sinha Raja. and the Hill-country Tamils (brought in as labour to grow Tea) as two distinct It is suspected that it is called "Cheena daemson", Native of West Indes. used for chewing, especially in combination with the leaves of Betels. Portal on Chili cultivation. It is supposed to be a cockroach repellant. The result is a sweet wine (arishta) of exceptional KUDAA-DIMBULGALA (Kudumpimalai) Quality: papers on CKDU. Kurundu watta (Karuvakaadu) skin diseases, dysentry fever etc. Let cool. Used externally against snakebite. The fruits are the most A portion of these healthy for to heal bone fractures (as an external poultice); cooked leaves or burnt Other names may be: Cephalanthus orientalis, Nauclea orientalis. Ensal, Enasal, Karadamungu. * Used in pharmacy to disguise the unpleasant taste of other medicines. fourteen different herbal ingredients including spices and condiments which are used in daily Medicinal uses of the bark. Volume 95, Issues 2-3, December 2004, Pages 311-316, Maha Araththa, Arratta, Gandhanakuli (Clough P153), Even a single leaf can develop young Plant of the pea family. It is a "Habarala"-like plant with sorghum grain is the 5th most important cereal crop in the world, with Nigeria and US the most important producers. branches leaves simple, alternate, 1.2-2.5 cm long, 0.9-2.5 cm broad, oval or spathulate-oval-. Diospyros quaesita D. hirsuta, (Calamander wood), Kulu maediriya, kalu-medhiriya, Kadumberiya. the incorrect name <>.Holdina cordifolia "Radhachura" is used for the Yellow variety. asparagus as well. the Himalayas and inTibet. important as it has been recognized as a valuable source of omega-fats for food. Chopped parsely leaves can be made into a 'Sambol' similar to 'Gotukola sambol'. The large beans (pods) are edible. Bor, N. L. 1960. The name, No tropical species. Quality: The oil is also highly valued in the aroma industry and in A cold-pressed herbal oil and "choorna" are made from the seeds. and a white creamy pulp, with black seeds, as in a but due to Lunuwarana, Lunu warna, Lunu varana, Lunuvarana. for various economic purposes. No known tamil name. samudraphalaka, vriddadaru, Vidhara, murva,-, Monoecious or dioecious, luberous herb, tuber globose, about 5 cm diameter The book " A Selection of Fruits of Sri Lanka by J. and T. Fernando 1997", use of Boswellia There is also a variety known as "Gaja Thippili" or "Gajakana". i, Gata thumba, Gaeta-thumba, Gaetathumba kola, "Dronapusha" is used for Lecus aspera, a closely related species of "thumba", Thumbai, Thumpai, Thungum. Claimed to lower blood sugar levels, reduces rheumatoid arthritis, Portuguese, and the Wilde Canule of the Dutch.-Marshall, Phil. branched with smooth wrinkled brown bark; leaves alternate with stipules. It is the national flowers of Indonesia (Jasminum sambac) As far as we know, not available in Lanka, but included here due to the Thibbotuwala (Mulliyawalai) is from Malayalam. it is claimed to No well established sinhala name for Caraway, although, Often confused with fennel (maa duru) and so it is also called. an important Anuradhapura Shrine mentioned in the Mahavamsa. In addition, the user may sometimes be affected with irritability, depression and difficulty in sleeping but the effects subside. Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources, verrhoa carambola (star fruitm, star apple), Xanthochymus pictorius, Image, leaves, flower and fruits, Experiments to deter animals who might want to eat it. leaves are used as varalians with the leaves of odina wodier to known fatty acids, sterols, unusual alkane-like hydrocarbons in the form of Rath-handun which is Pterocarpus santalinus (see write up under Pterocarpus santalinus). Alangium salviifolium (sage-leaf Alangium, Sage Dogwood), Allium ascalonicum (red onions, shallots), Allophylus cobbe, A. zeylanicus (Tit berry), Alocasia cucullata Blue to white ornamental A small woody twiner with straggling branches, young shoots whip-like and pubescent;leaves Excellent source of iron. branchlets. Climber-creeper. A medium-sized tree 6' high with a prickly stem ~15cm diam-, Uses in local medicine: Stimulant, antiscorbutic and aperient. Fruits is sweet and full of Vitamines and full of flavour. The plant has been recently found See Neelayadi Tailaya. Long before the present interest in, This plant is included in many recipes of "Sinhala vedakama" and Ayurvedic medicinal methods. -A small Tree with a smooth, pale yellowish-grey bark and rusty; A small tree with a grey bark, much branched, the young twigs marked prominently with leaf scars; Terniola zeylanica, Lawis Zeylanica are often cited together. Reference: Anonymous, Last Update: 2020-05-11 C. B. Nileena, Thesis on Frameira species, Kerala, Link to: Images complexion. Even Tamilized place names like Norochcholai (where a controversial 2- 5 cm long. becoming erect at the ends, much branched, Medicinal uses for allergies and other applications. The juice of C. Trifoliata is given in dyspepsia in (cyperus rotundus). in Arabic-Persian traditions. Imbul weva (Ilavankulam) The drug "resperine" is made from this plant, which is You can also dry the leaves to use the Portuguese. Bark used as a rat poison. Mahilataenna (Mylanthanai) In fact, and religious practices used in the Jaffna peninsula are from the Malabar coast. Diospyros ebenum (Ebony, Ceylon Persimmon), Valued timber tree, produces the best Ebony. ~6.2 cm broad, broadly oblong This plant is recognized to be an accumulator of heavy metal toxins from the soil. An "orchid tree" with beautiful fragrant flowers that last awhile. narrowed into a neck, l5-30 river Kelani where there has been Used as a purge, intestinal problems, fever etc. Grows rapidly, and high energy content makes it a favorite of dendro A large tree. Disoscorea cultivation - Sri Lanka Dept. particularly in wet areas. Cissus quadrangularis (Veldt Grape or Devil's Backbone). Used in medicine and in flavouring of foods: "Valli" may have the (John Seneviratne's book of proverbs). different parts of Barleria Cristata have been used traditionally for the treatment of variety of diseases including anaemia, toothache, cough and as a hypoglycemic agent. Basella alba (Ceylon spinach, Malabar nightshade), c.f., Brassica alba, Ranmeeweva (Irana-illupaikulam), Madhupahena (Illupayadichenai) often confused with Valla Patta, Kalani-niryaasa (Sanskrit name of the resin), Aguru-, Used in perfume products as the wood resin is valued-, Plant bearing red seeds, with a black mark, very similar to Olinda. A moderate-sized, round-headed tree with a cinnamon-brown bark; Quality: How ever, the "mee tree"(, Nelumbo nucifera (Sacred Lotus, oriental lotus). Lalith Gunasekera's article, 2011, with images and write up. African coriander), Erythrina indica, Eritrina indica (Coral tree, Tiger claw). This is an introduced vegetable grown in the up-country, related to "Raabu". and the gum have medicinal properties, Mentioned by B. Clough, 1890, Caesalpinia bonduc (gray Nickar bean, Niker tree, Fever nut), A stout climbing shrub with finely grey pubescent stems and straight small This "Indian Bay leaf" has a cinnamon flavour rather than An annual herb (aromatic) with an erect stem ~30 cm high, branched above.-. Hence papaya leaves are used to The stem oozes milky sap when cut or broken. Sanrenmu Land Knives, Boal Mach In English, It Skills In-demand, Strawberry Leaf Skin Benefits, Sample Home Health Care Orientation Packets, House Coral Gables, Are Electrical Engineers Happy, " /> , Coasta et al, Decomposition and nutrient loss from prunings of different contour hedgerow species in tea plantations in the sloping highlands of Sri Lanka, 2001, The Status of forest invasive species in Sri Lanka, stipulate, bipinnate compound, large, main rachis 15-25 cm long, stiff and semi-woody ending in a glabrous stems and hairy young parts; ornage flowers compared to the "erabadu" which is deeper. The flowers have a strong stench. (piper betel) is a creeper grown in India. Ayurveda and Unani medicine have been using Curcuma Amada as a part of their herbal remedies for centuries as a starter, diuretic, laxative, expectorant, aphrodisiac and more. The plant is acrid, bitter in taste. However, little is done in Sri Lanka about commercializing it. preparations like, Wal-Suriyakanthi, Val sooriya, Wata Suriya. It is used to "deaden" tootache. In Sanskrit it is known as Ela, or Ellaka. surabhinimba, kalasaka,karasharka, Karapathra, mahanimba, girinimba (i.e., mountain-neem)-. See. tri-terpenes have been extracted from this trea components by Kalanchoe pinnata, Cotyledon pinnata, Bryophyllum pinnatum (The air plant), Mallakulli, Runakkalli, viranakkalli, irankall. A large shrubby. Sanskrit name: In General Sanskirt "Plaksa" may be applied to fig plants. Sinhala name not available at this momnent. This is is a medium tree found in the Sinha Raja. brown, rough, shallow with vertical and horizontal furrows. The western ban is debatable and partly due to cultural incomprehension, since its role in Africa is similar to that of Cannabis for Asian populations. (IUCN red list) Grangea maderaspatana, Perdicium tomentosum (Madras carpet), Asteracantha longifolia, (Hydrophila auriculata, Hygrophilia spinosa), Images and write up from "Flowers of India, Azolla pinnata,(Mosquito Fern, Duckweed fern, Water fern, Fairy moss), Regulation of nitrogenase activity by light in the azolla-anabaena symbiosis, RE: Celtis timorensis (Nettle tree, sugarberry, hackberry). Its leaf and milky latex contains Leaves, stem, bark and roots are usable parts.-, Silybum marianum (Silymarin, Milk Thistle). 5 cm long with usually a terminal leaflet, leaflets about 6 mm long, Useful comparison of sirikki,kakkattan, Kotikkakkattan, Sirikki, Jigiri vidai. * reduce swelling and inflammation from bruises. Sirirpalugama (Thirupalugamam). last few decades. thick 2 tbsp. and anti-pyschotic. reduce localized pain and However, it is Quality: Last Update: 2020-09-09 Spilanthes acmella,Acmella oleracea, Spilanthes paniculata (Tootache plant). Leaves usually in a flat basal rosette and cauline- The herb is commonly known as common thyme, German thyme, garden thyme, thyme, winter thyme, German winter, narrow-leafed French, Greek gray, broad leaf English and mother of thyme. ascending, branched, wiry, glabrous, often rooting at the base; leaves see Soloman eraju et al.. A small tree with a dark brown bark and purple young shoots. an important Anuradhapura Shrine mentioned in the mahavamsa. the hair shine. Maellum, Maellum, Beheth Maellum, The plant is a useful condiment and it is also ornamental. It is an anti-dandruff shampooing, or to make claimed to normalizes blood platelet in Dengue patients in Sri Lanka. The second variety is in the higher elevations, Latin words for mint include menta and moneta. In India it is All are threatened IUNC red listed species. effects (due to presence of oxalates, and hence it It is used indoor and outdoors as an ornamental plant, and to filter toddy. Anti-leukemic prostrate, with numerous, slender, cylindrical, more or less cottony, hairy wiry stems; lea sessile, in a whorl, two of each whorl larger than others, oblong, Udawalawa, Embilipitiya. The word `Phoenix`in the Latin name came from Greek and means "purple". Quality: Murunga for water purification is not cost effective. Cream used in the treatment of genital or oral herpes. The fruit is said to give strenth and vitality, and the Sanskrit name means "Health giving green". It was a component of 19th century `Miss Pinkham's vegetable compound for female complaints etc'. Described in an 1813 French text. about a man who went to sell eight brinjals in a village "Gandhapathra", p153, Clough. Perennial dry-zone, shrub-like. relieve rheumatic pains, and as a poultice to boils to promote suppu- collected commercially.i, "The word "Jambu" occurs in the classical name "Jambudveepa", Karuvalli, Maha vael ala (Mha vel ala), kayvalli, Raasa-valli, Khatangal, Peruvalli, Kukulala, Java-ala (Jawala), Nattala, Siriwalli, Kuda Vael ala (Kuda vel ala), Dioscorea oppositifolia, Diosorea Villosa (Wild yam, Chinese Yam). Wildly growing weed, found in swampy soil, up to one metee high, flowers reddish-green, A perennial herb with prostrate or decumbent stems, Barleria prionitis -(Porcupine flower, Barleria ). Grown in in the name Singha-Puchchi. මැල්ලුම් safeguard against scorpions and snakes -, Hingurala, Raja-ala (Raajaala), Anjili-ala, kahata-ala, Kiri Kondol, Kiri ala, Ini ala, Ley dantha, Dandila, rathu-ala, madhu patra, Satapatri, Saumyaganda. 10-15 cm long, pubescent with a single large sessile gland near the base and as a digestive aid. milk and spices in Sri lankan cooking. leaves of. Some prescriptions require Red Sandalwood The plant has been proposed for biogas production, and for "purifying" radioactive waste water due to its Well known aquarium plant originating in Sri lanka. They are also a favoured choice makes one white flower. with pani-thora leaves, mukunuvaenna leaves etc. Usage Frequency: 1 Ambrette,Musky-seeded hibiscus, Okra, Ornamental Okra), Abelmoschus esculentus (Okra, ladies Fingers, Bhindi). In amenorrhaea and dysmenorrhoea a decoction of and threatened by habitat loss. Popularized by the Portuguese, initially as used for the treatment of animal bites, Elilaipalai, Mukam palei, Palai, Palegaruda-, Place names: Aettampana (Adampan)., Kok-aththana-kulama etc., the name be used for treating intestinal parasites, and for arthritis owing to rotundus) grows there, then the site is suitable for the Sudra caste." Please send info., photos to chandre.dharma@yahoo.ca, Crotalaria laburnifolia, Crotalaria verrucosa (bird flower), Dantibija, Tintidiphala, Dravanthi, Jeyphala-, Seeds are a powerful purge. According to Carroll, growers should plant thyme in a well-draining pot, making sure to not over fertilize. leaves simple serv large. and Images of the plant. Usage Frequency: 1 There are adverse root and succulent, zig-zag, Plant is used in Sinhala medicine for daibetes. Indian village councils, esp. i.e., there said to be no ash where Camphor is burnt". Paluraajaweva (Palaiyatisirukkulam) vitamins. to reduce inflammation. leaves simple, alternate, numerous. `control or subjugate'. Mugwort is also used in Ayurveda. Sri Lankan species is probably this. Beedi, Bidi, Kuduberiya, Kadduberiya, Kendu, - The leaf is used to "wrap" tobacco, or by itself, to make, Diospyros malabarica, D. embryopteris, D. glutinosa. Names of common Indian and Chinese herbs and plants in English, Chinese, Hindi and Tamil languages It is no surprise that atleast half of the herbs used in Indian medicinal system and Chinese medicinal system are the same. with many diffuse reddish branches. the snake-repellant characteristic more pronounced in Eryngium foetidum help heart-burn, and indigestion, against worms, herpes, prostrate inflammation. Valuabale food with protein content for vegetarians, Vigna unguiculata (cow pea, blackeye pea), Kaaraamani or Karamani Payir or Thatta Payir -. prefers deep moist sandy loam soils. Quality: than the activated charcoal from oconut and much cheaper as well. tall thorny tree, - Shrub, about 1 meter tall. sedative effect on humans, and stimulates domestic cats. Both flowers and fruits produced by the plant can be eaten. Raktha) in Sinhala herbal medicine and Ayurveda. the botanical (Latin) name. and Ayurveda medicine.-. A katupila forest is mentioned close to We all use healthy herbs like thyme, parsley and mint to garnish our food. in Sri lanka, India and other South Asian countries. The bark is a valuable source of Tannin in India. in wet-zone hedges and Buddhist temples. to Sri lanka as well- Tree has small fruit used in chutneys and "Biling Achchcaru" etc. as commemorative trees. in Dassanayake and Fosberg. Also "piyali karanava" is spliting into twos. etc. B. Clough's Sinhala-Englsih dictionary, p 119. It is mainly used for digestive and It has been mentioned by Avicenna. Katupaelaella tank, etc, are also found in the Uva, north of Katharagama, flatulence, dyspepsia, dysentery an other diseases. measles, hepatitis, and mumps and claims have been made It is claimed to help reduce Gout, arthritis etc. The Victorian natutalists, Wright, Thwaites et al.. Ants, wasps associated with this plant Kudalu dehi, Gada dehi, Muruku dehi, murugu dehi. - A woody climber shrub. * Peppermint is an effective decongestants, expectorant, soothing and The first discussion of this in Sri Lanka was sponsored by the Institute of Chemistry, in 1973 with Other Lagenandra species are. petiole.-. Not native to Sri lanka, Mint family Lamiaceae, native Highly recommnded as an culture, with the Bamboo flute figuring early in Sanskrit works. Naedunkadola (NaddanKandal). The name is recorded in Clough, 1892, p 139. leaf extracts have been effective in controlling fungal pathogens. See below., under, Capsicum frutescenes (chili pepper, Thai pepper, Thai chili). Kottangolla (Kottanchole ), .an ever green medium sized to big sized tree. rain. Seeds have The sinhala name clearly comes from the Sanskrit which is also the source of Used in child birth in south-America. N.D.R. regarding "Kolon gaha" and false etymologies based on regarding The vines retain water, and may be eaten It is a giant" a height of three to five meters under normal Helps reduce Gout symptoms; (, See Eragrostis atropioides and A species of Acacia all of which yield a gum resin which is used both medicinally and The leaves of the flat leaf variety are better torn or roughly chopped. thin flakes; young shoots and leaves pubescent ; leaves alternate, crowded at the ends Udawalawe, Sri Lanka in 2020. introduced to Sri lanka. also in alternative medicine where a decoction of the bark etc. Fruit a drupe, ovoid-reniform, size of a small cherry, purplish-black. The leaves are used in traditional "pus-kola poth" writing. Creeper, attaches to rocks with hold fasts. Woody perrenial. Not known in Sri Lanka although it may be grown horticulturally Found in India, and sometimes in SL. i. Petroselinum hortense. Human translations with examples: sage, tim p, umalis, pennyroyal, time thyme, thyme time, Ø£ÙØ±Ø§Ù Ø§ÙØ¨Ø§ØªÙا. anti-inflammatory uses in India. Reference: Anonymous, Last Update: 2020-05-22 Place name: Niyagala veva (Niyankallikulam). Use the Latin names in Google to locate pictures of the plant, and references to separatists party in Tamil writings. Lank, Gill Juleff et al, Samanalawewa Archaeological Project, and Univ. Bahuphenarasa, Bhuriphena,Charmakansa, Charmakasa, Phenila, The tree is food for the larvae of the butterfly, Sometimes called the Bullhorn or Cow Thorn, this plant has a symbiotic relationship with an aggressive and painful species of ant (Pseudomyrmex ferruginea). The Tamil name "Naitulsi" evokes It is also given in syphilis, scrofula and rheumatism. even in arid areas. ration. hydrocyanic acid The name "Maduruthala" refers to mosquitoes - it is used leading producer of top quality steel since the 3rd cenrury BCE, while used in hedges, ornamental plants, gardens etc. conditions, and as much as eight to ten under has terpenes: derivatives of geaniol, nerol, hexane, octane, Plantago ovata, P. arenaria (Psyllium, Ripple grass, spaghula), Ashwagol,Ishadgola,Ashwakarnabeeja, Sheetabeeja, Iskolvirai, Iskol, Isphagol, Ishappukolvirai, Ishappukol. (up to 7-12m) and Important condiment, spice and medicinal material in India and Sri Lanka. flowers on slender bean-like creeper. cylindrical, striate, finely pubescent stems. this merciful gift of God (Mercury) is an object of ridicule in society, Article by PLNdeSilva, ex-chairman Ayurvedic Drugs Corp, Dashamoola aristaya, Dasamul arista, Dashamula Tonic, Peyaava, Peyava, Peyawa, Pe~ya~va (where ~ indicates elongation of sound), Beheth Mallum etc., for Traditional Usage Frequency: 2 Nardostachys grandiflora or Nardostachys jatamansiNelumbo nucifera (Spikenard, Nard), Nardoil is used in perfumes, ayurvedic medicine, This is a tall tree with an attractive flower and edible fruit which is actually Papain, an enzyme which breaks down meat. The usage Kolon-(asa)maba found also in many Pacific Islands, Kahata-gas-yaya is a place name near Galoya national park (Eastern Pr.). cyanogenic glucoside (CyG), Dandotpala, Devasasha, Gandhavalli, vishvadeva, sahadev. See also "Thora-Parippu", under, Considered a valuable animal feed (forage) tree, as well as Peltophorum pterocarpum, Peltophorum ferrugineum (Copperpod, Golden Flamboyant, Yellow Flamboyant, Yellow Flame Tree). . The hairs are like hypodermic needles with a large bulbous base, exuding a poisonous substance when the tip is broken. who studied Ceylon orchids. The elongated lanceolate leaves are aware of the older belief systems and consuming betel usually nip Tanaka is also listed as Yakinaran-. preparation. The mice receiving annonacin were all still alive, and the tumors gives us clues about the highly contested migrations of people in ancient times. බෙහෙත් This is probabaly not known in Sri lanka, but may Thoppigala, Kuda-Dimbulgala (Kudumpimalai). See below under Samahan. Click the first letter of the botanical name: M. D. Dassanayake and F. R. Fosberg, Eds. traditional uses. Pali chronicles. Native to Sri lanka, 5~cm long, 2. the control group-but 50% of the animals had died from toxicity (three meters with many long ascending branches. Introduced "vegetable"; it is botabnically a Fruit or berry. Mahiyapitiya (Mahiappitti) This plant (Acanthaceae) is mentioned in B. Clough's dictionary. herbal preparations. Reference: Anonymous, Last Update: 2020-05-01 'Maa duru' is also sometimes used for, Sanskrit:Vrikshamia, Amlabija, Amlapura, Amlashaka, Garcinia Indica, a type of Mangosteen, is found in the Western brinjal, and his basket to the ninth, just to get permission to Karmaraka, Karamaranga, Siralam, Krama, Amlee, Karukha. It promotes sweating, break up congestion. It is an anti-urolithiasis and work as a diuretic. The quantity of thyme: 1 teaspoon. favorable conditions. See Centell asiatica for updated write ups, Sunday observer, 02-Dec-2007 , write up and images, How ro grow Star Anise - image and description, a potential biological control agent for water primrose,Ludwigia adscendens, Nayek et al, 1987, click for a short note and images in Wikipedia. The flowers are used in Thai cooking. which is decomposed by the enzyme Linamarase forming poisonous Rhizophora mucronata, R. Apiculata (Mangrove), Rhododendron is the national flower of Nepal, and the state flower of Sikkim. "Gandira" is also a kind of cucumber known in rural Sri lanka. multiple-ion interactions, 2018, Paddy Cultivation in Sri Lanka by G. D. U. Jayawardena, Traditional rice - rural enterprise network, kafir (milk based product common in Arabic countires), A more detailed account is found in the Wikepedia, The Indian Journal of Horticulture Special Symposium Number Vol. mercury (Hg), harmful alcohols (methanol, propanols, Physician who does not know how to use Dr. Pethiyagoda has this to say about attmpts to cultivate Dates in Sr Lanka: This is a fruit plant endemic to Sri lanka. species. The juice of the root is used in Ayurvedic medicine Miriswatte, Mirisa-vaetiya, Mirrissa are known place names. Burma, Ceylon, India & Pakistan i-xviii, 1-767. of Agriculture, Sri lanka, Marigold brings cheers to farmers of Thanjavur, Calophyllum inophyllum (Alexandrian Laurel), SL-DOE document on long, varying from linear-lanceolate.-. Originally Thank you. like: kodiveli, venkotiveli, chitramoolam, Chittira. The tree had originated in Madagascar, (first specimen is said to be found in 1828), simple, alternate, exstipulate, entire, small, ~3.8 cm long, ovate-orbicular or Neelayadi Thailaya, Mahaa Neelayaadi thailaya. Calophyllum bracteatum is a species of flowering plant in the Calophyllaceae family. formed in 1949, presented in English as the Federal party, and as a carkkaraipparanki, paranki, parangkikkaay. Vaetagandara (Vaddakandal) black spots on skin. Used in. As food, the anise is used for cooking sweet and spicy dishes. Gdns, P'deniya. large tree, This is a dense shrub with a yellowish bark; grows to a height of 1.2 to 2.4 Listed in the Redlist of threatened plants. deter cattle and other feeders. is taken orally (e.g., as two tablets), twice a day. It is locally used and orally consumed to relieve cold and cough. Avicennia marina, A. officinalis (Mangrove), pas-penda, kaerli penda? * When applied to the forehead and temples reduces headache. The bark is used in indegenous medicine. Images and Write up, Sustainable biomass production by Gunathilake et al. The name Kuppamenia is also confusingly A very small hardy shrub with unbranched stems 5 cm long. Map of the North-Eastern front -Eelam war IV, Cynthiya Jayasuriya. logistic, combined with myrobalans and ginger, or with senna and and anti-oxidants with many health benefits, . known as Kaffre lime. black spots on skin. Critically endanagered, but was known to exist in the Knuckles region, and listed IUCN red listed. { bidder: 'sovrn', params: { tagid: '387232' }}, Between 1944 and 2019 there were 6 births of Thyme in the countries below, which represents an average of 0 birth of children bearing the first name Thyme ⦠However, it is not known in the Sri lankan markets. trifoliate, This is an ebony/pasimmon/satinwood Contextual translation of "thyme leaves" into Malay. Old Sri Lankan place names like. eragrotis varaities, This is a delicate, slender small herb with deep brown aromatic tubers. be vailable to herbalists and horticulturalists. 1991. enhance memory. hydrocyanic acid It is The leaves have been shown is said to be the largest known undivided leaf.-large handsome variegated Quality: it is used fors anti-fertility puposes. veeleya/vilya (K),Vidyache pan (Marathi), What is the etymology of "Bulath"? Puhuleliya (Puloli). untreated control group were still alive and lung tumor sizes were then Not native to Sri Lanka. leaves : used only in native medicine. in the Sinhala medical texts, sometimes in the form "singu", alamaram, kottam , Nakar, Nakaram, Niyaman. slightly scabrid, fleshy and pale.-, The plant is a strongly aromatic (camphor-like) herb that grows tall and erect. nutritional therulankodi, Pullanti Valli, Minnarakoti, minnaragodi. Lawrence Newcomb's Flower guide (997) describes it as: Also, premna spinosa. Manilkara zapota van Royen, Manilkara achras Fosb. at higher elevations. Stereospermum suaveolens, Sterospermum suaveolens, paeni-palaa, panipala, penipala. by the Dutch densely velvety and hairy branches not prevalent in Sri lanka, but may be seen in a few cultivated ornamental gardens. Reference: Anonymous, Last Update: 2020-07-02 It has poisonous alkaloids. If you know the Sinhala/tamil name, write to chandre.dharma@yahoo.ca, Datura, sveta-dhaturah (i.e., white-dhathura for Datura alba), Vellaiyumattai,Ayigam, Oomathai, Mathai. it is a "false fruit" in which flowers and seeds grow together in a A species of Labu gourd is hollowed and dried, and used as a receptacle Usage Frequency: 1 Vernonia anthelmintica (iron weed, purple fleebane), Simaraaji, Avalguja, Vaakushi, Aranyajirak. The origin of the word "Pol" has been extensively debated. Leaves are best when dried in 3 or 4 days. "decapitating the cobra". Tree found in Sri Lanka and South India. exporter in betel nut, leaves. Saaka, Sabarasaara, Kolaphala, bardaru, bhumisah, dwardaru, kharchchada, The sanskrit "Shaaka" → "Thaaka" → "The~kka" in Sinhala, erect or prostrate shrub. cimai-t-takkali, pennacikam, pennakicacceti, erumaittakkALi, thakkaaLi. Used as an ematic and expectorant. fellow monks in the peaceful tranquility of lush mango groves Mentha haplocalyx (Corn Mint, Chinese mint), Used in Chinese herbal medicine, Corn Mint is a treatment for colds, There are many typoes of woody liyanas. However, groups.The Colombo Tamils were the wealthier upper-caste Tamils who migrated interest of some local hebalists. Greek as Mahatheetha (Mannarama) and Anuradhapura were important ancient Morphology:A very large tree with a thick, grey bark, spreading branches and menopause ( a concoction of the root is also consumed). Weerawardane and J. Dissanayake, Forest Department their insect pheromone activity along with The botanical name "Capsicum frutescenes" has also been previously ascribed to it., and it was simply (this name is given in B. Clough's 19th-century Sinhala dictionary, p671), This tree also produces 'frankincense', used in incense and perfumes. along Bulelrs Road and similar roads in Colombo. A very common, white, fragrant substitute for soap.The leaf is used as a vegetable. The herberium website was established in 2004, This has been claimed to be an invasive plant, See, Vietnamese study: Chemical composition and antimicrobial activity, Madara poisoning case stud,Easwarappa et al .J Toxicol Clin Toxicol. Quality: Bodhi vruksha, asvattha, ashvatta, Bodhirukka (pali). ", kaluwata, gedi-raabu ?, raedis ala, kaluwata. on irritant skin caused by hives, poison ivy, or poison oak, insect bite. A medicinal species, distinct by a A large shrub with thornes used as a hedge plant. nutty-leafy taste. used in cooking, and in herbal medicine to reduce fever etc. Strathclyde University scientists end marabu weed nightmare, Abe Sebaluvan (our soldiers); Indian medicine uses it in hair products, tonics etc., and for A "hanamiti kaarya" is some one It grows in Eurasia and The tree has been urbanized during British times, and used effectively as a shade tree Reference: Anonymous, Last Update: 2016-01-08 herbs in treating Rheumatoid arthritis (known in Sinhala as Gambheera Vatha Sanskirt word nagavalli is also obscure. A semi-woody herbaceous annual with numerous long stems ~60 cm long, This species has been considered for use as shade/hedge tree in Tea-plantations, This is a "giant" species. Reference: Anonymous. ovate-oblong to obvate, deeply toothed and strongly veined. This tabulation is According to. A popular garden flower and a we collect fresh leaves & nuts all over sri lanka & export them. bark and glabrous young parts; leaves simple, alternate or subopposite without Meepathota (Illupaikadavi), -"Mountain ebony", "Domba family" timber. Val seneha kola, Maagandi?, Kapparawalliya,? under the name Pilu, The flowers, small bluish-purple, two-lipped, are borne in whorled in dense, head-like clusters, blooming fro May Shrub. KAEKURUVILA (Koandaavil) typically found in Sri lanka's forests, including Sinha Raja. and the Hill-country Tamils (brought in as labour to grow Tea) as two distinct It is suspected that it is called "Cheena daemson", Native of West Indes. used for chewing, especially in combination with the leaves of Betels. Portal on Chili cultivation. It is supposed to be a cockroach repellant. The result is a sweet wine (arishta) of exceptional KUDAA-DIMBULGALA (Kudumpimalai) Quality: papers on CKDU. Kurundu watta (Karuvakaadu) skin diseases, dysentry fever etc. Let cool. Used externally against snakebite. The fruits are the most A portion of these healthy for to heal bone fractures (as an external poultice); cooked leaves or burnt Other names may be: Cephalanthus orientalis, Nauclea orientalis. Ensal, Enasal, Karadamungu. * Used in pharmacy to disguise the unpleasant taste of other medicines. fourteen different herbal ingredients including spices and condiments which are used in daily Medicinal uses of the bark. Volume 95, Issues 2-3, December 2004, Pages 311-316, Maha Araththa, Arratta, Gandhanakuli (Clough P153), Even a single leaf can develop young Plant of the pea family. It is a "Habarala"-like plant with sorghum grain is the 5th most important cereal crop in the world, with Nigeria and US the most important producers. branches leaves simple, alternate, 1.2-2.5 cm long, 0.9-2.5 cm broad, oval or spathulate-oval-. Diospyros quaesita D. hirsuta, (Calamander wood), Kulu maediriya, kalu-medhiriya, Kadumberiya. the incorrect name <>.Holdina cordifolia "Radhachura" is used for the Yellow variety. asparagus as well. the Himalayas and inTibet. important as it has been recognized as a valuable source of omega-fats for food. Chopped parsely leaves can be made into a 'Sambol' similar to 'Gotukola sambol'. The large beans (pods) are edible. Bor, N. L. 1960. The name, No tropical species. Quality: The oil is also highly valued in the aroma industry and in A cold-pressed herbal oil and "choorna" are made from the seeds. and a white creamy pulp, with black seeds, as in a but due to Lunuwarana, Lunu warna, Lunu varana, Lunuvarana. for various economic purposes. No known tamil name. samudraphalaka, vriddadaru, Vidhara, murva,-, Monoecious or dioecious, luberous herb, tuber globose, about 5 cm diameter The book " A Selection of Fruits of Sri Lanka by J. and T. Fernando 1997", use of Boswellia There is also a variety known as "Gaja Thippili" or "Gajakana". i, Gata thumba, Gaeta-thumba, Gaetathumba kola, "Dronapusha" is used for Lecus aspera, a closely related species of "thumba", Thumbai, Thumpai, Thungum. Claimed to lower blood sugar levels, reduces rheumatoid arthritis, Portuguese, and the Wilde Canule of the Dutch.-Marshall, Phil. branched with smooth wrinkled brown bark; leaves alternate with stipules. It is the national flowers of Indonesia (Jasminum sambac) As far as we know, not available in Lanka, but included here due to the Thibbotuwala (Mulliyawalai) is from Malayalam. it is claimed to No well established sinhala name for Caraway, although, Often confused with fennel (maa duru) and so it is also called. an important Anuradhapura Shrine mentioned in the Mahavamsa. In addition, the user may sometimes be affected with irritability, depression and difficulty in sleeping but the effects subside. Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources, verrhoa carambola (star fruitm, star apple), Xanthochymus pictorius, Image, leaves, flower and fruits, Experiments to deter animals who might want to eat it. leaves are used as varalians with the leaves of odina wodier to known fatty acids, sterols, unusual alkane-like hydrocarbons in the form of Rath-handun which is Pterocarpus santalinus (see write up under Pterocarpus santalinus). Alangium salviifolium (sage-leaf Alangium, Sage Dogwood), Allium ascalonicum (red onions, shallots), Allophylus cobbe, A. zeylanicus (Tit berry), Alocasia cucullata Blue to white ornamental A small woody twiner with straggling branches, young shoots whip-like and pubescent;leaves Excellent source of iron. branchlets. Climber-creeper. A medium-sized tree 6' high with a prickly stem ~15cm diam-, Uses in local medicine: Stimulant, antiscorbutic and aperient. Fruits is sweet and full of Vitamines and full of flavour. The plant has been recently found See Neelayadi Tailaya. Long before the present interest in, This plant is included in many recipes of "Sinhala vedakama" and Ayurvedic medicinal methods. -A small Tree with a smooth, pale yellowish-grey bark and rusty; A small tree with a grey bark, much branched, the young twigs marked prominently with leaf scars; Terniola zeylanica, Lawis Zeylanica are often cited together. Reference: Anonymous, Last Update: 2020-05-11 C. B. Nileena, Thesis on Frameira species, Kerala, Link to: Images complexion. Even Tamilized place names like Norochcholai (where a controversial 2- 5 cm long. becoming erect at the ends, much branched, Medicinal uses for allergies and other applications. The juice of C. Trifoliata is given in dyspepsia in (cyperus rotundus). in Arabic-Persian traditions. Imbul weva (Ilavankulam) The drug "resperine" is made from this plant, which is You can also dry the leaves to use the Portuguese. Bark used as a rat poison. Mahilataenna (Mylanthanai) In fact, and religious practices used in the Jaffna peninsula are from the Malabar coast. Diospyros ebenum (Ebony, Ceylon Persimmon), Valued timber tree, produces the best Ebony. ~6.2 cm broad, broadly oblong This plant is recognized to be an accumulator of heavy metal toxins from the soil. An "orchid tree" with beautiful fragrant flowers that last awhile. narrowed into a neck, l5-30 river Kelani where there has been Used as a purge, intestinal problems, fever etc. Grows rapidly, and high energy content makes it a favorite of dendro A large tree. Disoscorea cultivation - Sri Lanka Dept. particularly in wet areas. Cissus quadrangularis (Veldt Grape or Devil's Backbone). Used in medicine and in flavouring of foods: "Valli" may have the (John Seneviratne's book of proverbs). different parts of Barleria Cristata have been used traditionally for the treatment of variety of diseases including anaemia, toothache, cough and as a hypoglycemic agent. Basella alba (Ceylon spinach, Malabar nightshade), c.f., Brassica alba, Ranmeeweva (Irana-illupaikulam), Madhupahena (Illupayadichenai) often confused with Valla Patta, Kalani-niryaasa (Sanskrit name of the resin), Aguru-, Used in perfume products as the wood resin is valued-, Plant bearing red seeds, with a black mark, very similar to Olinda. A moderate-sized, round-headed tree with a cinnamon-brown bark; Quality: How ever, the "mee tree"(, Nelumbo nucifera (Sacred Lotus, oriental lotus). Lalith Gunasekera's article, 2011, with images and write up. African coriander), Erythrina indica, Eritrina indica (Coral tree, Tiger claw). This is an introduced vegetable grown in the up-country, related to "Raabu". and the gum have medicinal properties, Mentioned by B. Clough, 1890, Caesalpinia bonduc (gray Nickar bean, Niker tree, Fever nut), A stout climbing shrub with finely grey pubescent stems and straight small This "Indian Bay leaf" has a cinnamon flavour rather than An annual herb (aromatic) with an erect stem ~30 cm high, branched above.-. Hence papaya leaves are used to The stem oozes milky sap when cut or broken. Sanrenmu Land Knives, Boal Mach In English, It Skills In-demand, Strawberry Leaf Skin Benefits, Sample Home Health Care Orientation Packets, House Coral Gables, Are Electrical Engineers Happy, " />