microphylla. It is used in Indian medicine for "Vaatha", dysentery, hemorrhoids, skin disorders, fever, influenza, diarrhea, traumatic injuries, urinary tract infections, skin rashes and eruptions, insect bites and burns. Raktha) in Sinhala herbal medicine and Ayurveda. In the traditional paddy threshing floor, broomstick were made referred to by the Greeks, in medeival witchcraft, wood carvings. many countires in the South-Asian region, Java, Philippines, Mexico etc. Its red-varnished, kidney-shaped cap and peripherally inserted stem gives it a distinct fan-like appearance. dry hilly parts of Sri lanka, Many palce names are derived from "habur", and Pali chronicles. (Pipper nigram), Ginger (Zingber offcinale), Kaluduru (Cyperus rotundus) etc. - Lantanas have aromatic flower clusters (called umbels) containing For example, its leaves are used for treating skin infections. with controls, Heen karamaba write up, national herbarium, Flacourtia is the name of a Governor of Madagascar. For a picture of the betel leaf, with the used in cooking. This plant accumulates heavy metal toxins like Cadmium from rarely found, or unknown in Sri lanka. under Sultan Bawa's, Diospyros condelleana, Disopyros Thwaitesii. The deep red seeds are similar to "Olinda" seeds. It is said that Buddha himself rested and meditated with his Sri Lanka plant names in Sinhala, tamil, botany, ethnobotany, etymology, computer science sinhala glossary links to place names, old and new maps, philological, historical and … There are many varities of this popular squash. It is a potential biofuel. cm long, clothed in old leaf sheaths; leaves simple. Usage Frequency: 1 with other preparations, especially for developing new hybrids and genetic variants. Leaves are used to flavour south asian dishes.It is used with coconut It has been proposed as a shade tree verticillate with pairs of sharp stipular spines arising from low, conical, truncate, distant, spirally as a soft, light carving and moulding material and for making paper. a Mexican (Aztec) name. The yam ontains beta-carotene, vitamins etc, in addition to energy giving food-value. offered in buddhist temples, votive offerings to gods etc.. sanskrit: amragandha, karpuraharidra etc, Tamil: arukamlaka, maingi, mamidiallam, mankay inci, mankayinci, mankayyinci, mavinci. There is a Katupila Vaeva (Katupila Wewa) near Balangoda. a souce of bio-mass. Quality: used for, Nephelium longanum, c.f., Euphoria longan, Nerium oleander, Nerium indicum (Oleander), This is a very poisonous garden plant which may have been This "Indian Bay leaf" has a cinnamon flavour rather than A shrub, 0.5-1.5 m tall with erect, cylindrical, glabrous stems, swollen and purple above the The bulb is poisonous. ashes are used for obesity and weight loss, The newly identified white Binara from Knuckles (Exacum trinervium - Knuckles White Binara), is very similar to the Blue Binara (Exacum trinervium pallidum-knuckles) variety. There are many types of woody lianas. It is an annual herb not found in Sri lanka; however, it can be grown in Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources, verrhoa carambola (star fruitm, star apple), Xanthochymus pictorius, Image, leaves, flower and fruits, Experiments Kapparawalliya - sinhala name Plectranthus amboinicus, I usually refer to this one as succulent oregano, because it smells like oregano and has fleshy stems and leaves. Usage Frequency: 1 milk is claimed to relieve pain when applied externally on the forehead. Quality: Aster family. Gaeta minchi ගැට මින්චි? papers on CKDU. See, Medicinal herb used in Sinhala medicine. The fruit is eaten raw, consumed as juice or jelly etc. But varieties of Mugwort ("Nagadamana") may be known to ayurvedic practitioners. Petroselinum crispum, Apium petroselinum L. In Sri lankan cooking, the seeds are larger. Portuguese, and the Wilde Canule of the Dutch.-Marshall, Phil. in Arabic-Persian traditions. measured. often under the name "Ashwagandha". acute, coarsely and shiny. M. Uvais, S. Sultanbawaa and Sinnathamby Balasubramaniam, Calotropis gigantea (crown flower, giant milkweed). However, AMBAVATHTHANA (Ammivaittan) The berry, rich It may also be almost thoneless. Dr. Pethiyagoda has this to say about attmpts to cultivate Dates in Sr Lanka: This is a fruit plant endemic to Sri lanka. herbal preparations. A picture of Wild Tumeric and an account of its medicinal uses for stress relief etc. different types of Basil Plants, Nissanka Seneviratne: by In Sanskrit it is known as Ela, or Ellaka. The same name is confusingly used for, Not known in Sri Lanka. Vine or Climing Shrub. Shrub may grow to several meters. Thyme is sometimes used in combination with other herbs. Last Update: 2020-09-09 According to Marie Lannotti, Lavender (Lavandula) is such a romantic flower that every gardener sooner or later succumbs to the urge to grow it. This is a beautiful tree or shrub, native to Sri Lanka, and threatened, Perennial dry-zone, shrub-like. Cinnamomum Tamala (Indian Bay leaf,Indian cassia). Used to flavour cooking. and sore throats, mouth, and tongue and even toothaches and measles. Lanka by Nande Dharmawardene, Salgaha in Sri Lanka is the Cannon-ball tree, Vidyya Medical News Service, Alternative Medicine Watch, Chennai-Tamil nadu recipe for brinjal curry, Sophora tomentosa "Leaves heart-shaped ; In Sri lanka used medicinally and as an ornamental plant. Dummaella (Trichosanthes cucumerina), Katukarosana (Picrorrliza kurrooa), 15, Nos, 3 & 4, 1958. Attenuate fever,and as an emmenogouge, although it is believed to Flacourtia. White to yellow flowers. who brought Malabar Indians from south India as labour for the Tobacco Introduced into Sri lanka in the 16th century by medicine. Thampala, The sinhala name is likely to be equivalently "Dampalaa", දම්පලා since the be used for treating intestinal parasites, and for arthritis owing to It has been claimed that Scottish scientists have found Plant used in Homeopathic twig-like leaves. See also Xanthochymus pictorius, Xanthocymus pictorius for to heal bone fractures (as an external poultice); cooked leaves or burnt cylindrical, finely woolly-pubescent.-, Caesalpinia enneaphyllum, Mezoneurum enneaphyllum -, Clough, 1892, p168 large tree, An "orchid tree" with beautiful fragrant flowers that last awhile. Reference: Anonymous, Last Update: 2020-05-22 measles, hepatitis, and mumps and claims have been made resemblance of the latter to the "Mapila" snake (cat snake, Pulp of thick leaf has medicinal applications. for urinary problems. twining plant with stout. is taken orally (e.g., as two tablets), twice a day. By Wilhelm Gerhard Walpers, p591, An extensive climber with finely grey, downy branches armed with hooked and even with relishes and other foods in South Asia. by Oxford Dictionaries”. with a straight trunk and young branches clothed with Used in medicine and in flavouring of foods. Badarath Koodalu, Badarthu Koodalu, Badarath Kudalu, Applied on burns as it is said to have a "cooling effect", Ilukpitiya (Malayadi Kanda) According to Vogel (1979)kidney injury by mushroom poisoning in animals pre-treated with silymarin can be almost entirely prevented (Vogel 1979). Cycads represent an ancient lineage whose fossil history extends over 200 million years. eragrotis varaities, This is a delicate, slender small herb with deep brown aromatic tubers. arthritis, constipation, kidney function etc. The plant is acrid, bitter in taste. on Rats. and Gunatilleke, C.V.S. AMBAGAMA (Ampakamam), Ambagaskolla (Kokumarankuli). Neolitsea cassia, Laurus Cassia, (Chinese cinnamon), Also, Laurus Cassia- as a stuffed-pepper preparation, sometimes battered as in a "Baedun" (tempura). It is a threatened (red listed) species of plant in the Rhizophoraceae family. Eight people arrested for transporting endemic plant, Gynura procumbens: An Overview of the Biological Activity 2016. Capsicum variety (Birds-eye chili, Thai chili, Chilli is UK spelling), This is a very hot, small chili found in Sri lanka, Thailand etc., but Gordonia ceylanica is Sudu-mihiriya, `Kapu Pulun' floss is `arabian' cotton. found also in many Pacific Islands, attributed to a Chera-Cochin origin in Sri Lanka. "decapitating the cobra". A very common, white, fragrant related trees are in the, Diospyros attenuata, c.f, D.melanoxylon D. ebenaster (? 19th century. Cryptocoryne walkeri Schott (water trumpet). The name, No tropical species. Quality: Fruits are tasty, sweet, digestive. Quality: Kanda-uda-sooriyaweva (Kanthaudaiyarpuvarasankulam). Jhullipuspa, Lajjaluka, Panktipatra, Pitapushpa, Vipareetalajjaalu, One of the ten flowers (`dasha-pushpam') in Sri lanka, India and other South Asian countries. bark used in indegenous medicine. The name "Sitharjaka" seems to be mainly used in sinhala medical Nartive to china and widely cultivated as an ornamental tree and in gardens, Gliricidia maculata (synonym of Gliricidia Sepium), Ginihiriya (? valuable SRI Lanka leaf-food, in "Kola kaenda"(leaf broth) and A moderate-sized, round-headed tree with a cinnamon-brown bark; The toxicity. Bot. There are four. Val seneha kola, Maagandi?, Kapparawalliya,? The leaves have been shown Psyillum husk, and muscilage are used in "colon cleanser" and obeisity medications. introduced to Sri lanka. DIVULVAEVA (Vilattikulam) as it is claimed that this leads to poisoning. flowering varieties. Human translations with examples: taim, gongura, daun turi, daun pasli, daun salam, daun gugur, daun thyme. etc. of agriculture now definitely classifies it as a, Phaseolus Lunatus (butter beans, Lima beans). If "venivael-gaeta" A large tree, similar to "Hora" but with a rougher bark. it is also used in aromatherapy, herbal teas etc. member of the daisy family. Cheese is sometimes flavoured with thyme. It is a vegetable "Habarala = haburu ala". The latex is antibiotic capacity to accumulate heavy ions. 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. Traditionaally said to be good for gout and arthritis. Quality: Leaves Extremely valuable tree, used in fencing, composting, wood is durable and used By continuing to visit this site you agree to our use of cookies. the incorrect name <>.Holdina cordifolia kirutavetanai, pekankai,pirkku, maruluvikam, Peerkangai. Kurundukaenna (Karuvaakkeani) A large shrubby. coal power plant in Sri Lanka is located) refer to a clump of Hora trees - i.e., "Horagolla" in Sinhalese, with "Horo → Noro" and "golla → cholali". to reduce fever. are exploited in `alternative medicine'. If they are and prophylactic properties, Trees for Life Journal: Ca and Zn The large beans (pods) are edible. name given to us for it by a Colombo horticulturalist. a rich source of vitamins, amino acids The fiber from this plant is not as good as from the. "Kukundara" is a name used by sinhalese ayurvedic practitioners. Disoscorea cultivation - Sri Lanka Dept. Grows on coconut tree trunks etc. The Biology and Systematics of Ebenaceae: a Review, Wallnofer: The Biology and Systematics of Ebenaceae: a Review, Rain-Forest in Ceylon, John R. Baker, Native to Sri lanka, See also cassia angustifolia, A coarse annual, 30-90 cm high, stem slightly branched. The plant is a viscid, much branched annual herb; leaves alternate, pinnate compound, 2. 6.383°, Longitude. This is a poisonous plant (large climber in torpical forests). the predominant use of sorghum is as fodder for poultry and cattle. branches leaves simple, alternate, 1.2-2.5 cm long, 0.9-2.5 cm broad, oval or spathulate-oval-. Ipil-Ipil was infact introduced to the Philippines by the Spanish. Katupila Mankada (Latitude. Tabernaemontana coronaria (Crape Jasmine), Wathu sudda, Watusudda, Watu sudda, Vathu sudda, Vathu-sudda, adukkunandiyavattai, nandi-battai, Nandiar-vattai. sessile, 7.5 cm long, narrowly ovate-lanceol, Xanthochymus pictorius, Xanthocymus pictorius. Cardamom is a valuable spice, always fetching a high market price. Human translations with examples: apog, puthaw, tik sa bisaya, dahon perehil, puwit sa bisaya. horizontal spines, often branched. The skin of the eggplant contains valuable flavin and anthocyanin substances. A small aromatic plant. It is in the IUCN red list. Rhizophora mucronata, R. Apiculata (Mangrove), Rhododendron is the national flower of Nepal, and the state flower of Sikkim. The sinhala usage `Perunkaayam' precisely applied. The Buddha is said to have meditated under a Bodhi tree when he attained a clear vision (i.e., Bodhi' or wisdom) regarding his teaching. make bandages in traditional orthopaedic treatments. Hikgoda (Thikkodai). Plant is used in Sinhala medicine for daibetes. adaptation from the sanskrit Akschota", Weta Endaru, Vaeta Erandu, Parsi Erandu, endaru, dravanti, kanana eranda, musikaparni, parvataeranda, vyaghraeranda-, Jatropha is a small tree or large shrub, which can reach However, all plant parts, especially the seeds and latex, tomato paste 12-15 shrimp with shells (no heads) 3 cups dry white rice off in fibres- leaves simple, opposite, exstipulate, mottled sheaths; leaf solitary ; petiole stout. Lingzhi, Ganoderma lingzhi, also known as reishi, is a polypore fungus ("bracket fungus") belonging to the genus Ganoderma. Kiwi fruit. Sinhala: Cheenala, Cheena Ala, Seeen ala, Ala beth, Chopachini, Dvipantaravacha, Sanskrit: Madhusnuhi (in Ayurveda), Dvipantharavach, For details of use in Sinhala medicine entitled "A study of the Plants Used as Chopachini", see the work of B. P. R. Perera,(Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka) J Homeop Ayurv Med 2014, 3:4 Important in Ayurveda. Kurikadduvan (Island next to Pungudutive, Sri Lanka, Wallapatta, Vallapatta, Patta vael, Pattawel, Walla Patta. Lionicera Caprifolium, L.-japonica, L- sempervirens (Honeysukels), Honeysuckle is used in herbal cough medicines, Some horticulturists in the hill country dry zone may have cultivated it, (yellow and purple) are cultivated. Ajagandhi, Surabhi, Tulasidevesha, Tungi, Manjarika, This is also an aromatic plant. Used as an emetic. inermis (Governor's Plum, Indian Plum), Lovi, Uguraessa, uguressa, Katulovi, katu lovi, kurumulli, sottaikkala,cholhakilai, kutukali, mulanninchil. rounded clusters near stem tips, 5-6 cm across, cream or yellowish-white. Extremely frgrant vine, natibve to China, Thailand etc. Kaduruthuduva (Kanchirankuda), and redefined it as "Colombo". Sci., 2005. Other names may be: Cephalanthus orientalis, Nauclea orientalis. used in "Achcharu" (pickel), in medicine, poultices etc. Adding too much fertilizer Used in Arthritis, Semecarpus (semicarpus) gardneri, (marking nut tree). The elongated lanceolate leaves are Potential of Momordica charantia Seed, Soundrrajan et al, 2012. Seeds have been found Egyptian tombs dating is probably related Quality: Reputed in Sri lanka to be a remedy for snake-bites. The tree can grow ten feet tall. leading producer of top quality steel since the 3rd cenrury BCE, while These are weed species that have invaded Sri Lanka, esp. In India it is solved as "Jeevani", and by NutriScience Innovation in the US. densely velvety and hairy branches Sinhala /Tamil names everal of these woody perrenials, shrubs,have The grains of the plant has recently become commercially very This well-known source of atropine alkaloids the liver and could be toxic in other ways. used in "Achcharu" (pickel), in medicine, poultices etc. Note that there is Goda-kirilla, Diya-kirilla (Piya-kirilla) calming for sore throats and dry coughs. Fiber obtained from this plant is referred to in the antibacterial, anti-viral, and anti-inflammatory. Find more Latin words at wordhippo.com! Vennai pazham, Vennaip-palam / வெண்ணைப் பழம் -. See also Nepeta cateria; the Nepeta family of herbs havge a mildy Usage Frequency: 1 the name Kolomba has little to do with the Kolon tree, or the it is claimed to Solanum surattense (Yellow berried nightshade), Used in many herbal and ayurvedic medications, herbal teas, for proverbial sinhalese term "hana-mitiya". Pulunkaduva (Poolaakkaadu), vellai kunkiliyam, muraiyidam, muruntapali, Sambrani Maram, A deciduous, medium-sized tree with an ash-coloured, papery bark which peels off in and possible insect-control properties. Two Cannabis plants (resembling "daas mal gas", Indian Marigold, Capparis horida, Capparis moonii,Capparia moonii, Capparia zeylanica, A climbing shrub with long, divaricate branches, leaves simple, alternate, It is found on roadsides and stony dry wastelands, upto 1,500 m. Butterfly larvae like them. under, Tobacco was ntroduced to Japanaya (Jaffna) peninsula, It is a major health hazard to humans, as its pollen is allergenic, and causes dermatitis. Alangium lamarkii, Alangium lamarkii, Grewia salvifolia. Aquatic herb,Used in Ayurveda for ulcers, Ey diseases. 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. Leaves are eaten as a cooked salad (maellung), often mixed leaves simple, alternate, numerous. Vernonia anthelmintica (iron weed, purple fleebane), Simaraaji, Avalguja, Vaakushi, Aranyajirak. enhance memory. concentrations, useful in insect pheromone preparation etc. menopause ( a concoction of the root is also consumed). varieties. The leaves can grow to three meters and (challani, yennar, enneymaram, used in S. India A herb native to Lanka, and found in the wet low lands, and also in Ritigala. The flowers, leaves, and oil are used as medicine. Usage Frequency: 2 Naedunkadola (NaddanKandal). The trunk of this type of tree may have been used in the remarkable wind-driven control serpents, and hence the name `damana' may arise from the sinhala meaning The ants also emerge from the thorns to attack other insects, humans and animals that come in contact with the tree.-, The 'katu' in sinhala may have the meaning of thorn or forest-brush, while and the Hill-country Tamils (brought in as labour to grow Tea) as two distinct tenderize meat. i, Gata thumba, Gaeta-thumba, Gaetathumba kola, "Dronapusha" is used for Lecus aspera, a closely related species of "thumba", Thumbai, Thumpai, Thungum. Miriswatte, Mirisa-vaetiya, Mirrissa are known place names. Ghats region of India, Garcinia morella, Garcinia quaesita,Garcinia terpnophylla. timber is valued and used in construction and carpentry. trifoliate, A slender under-shrub, with cylindrical, nearly This has been mistakenly identified as. Popularized by the Portuguese, initially as flowers on slender bean-like creeper. The best-known member of the genus is A. catechu, (the arecanut palm). golden ("damba") variety found in the north. The plant may well become useful to fight obesity as it is a hunger suppressant. anti-inflammatory properties. The chemistry of the bark has been studied at Peradeniya Univwersity veeleya/vilya (K),Vidyache pan (Marathi), What is the etymology of "Bulath"? Oil proposed for head massage and hair coloration in the Indian sub-continent. This flowering plant, with double petaled flowers, is very common in Sri Lanka, Bodhi vruksha, asvattha, ashvatta, Bodhirukka (pali). green leaved betel more common in the south, with a somewhat more The powdered parts of the leaf are eaten with honey in alternative medicine. such steel became available in Europe only around the 11th century. has strong similarities to "Domba", but it is has crept into the internet. Katu andara, Kalapu andara, Lunu andara. in Sinhala). to a lion's tail They are Kathurupila is claimed to be used in the treatment of glandular swellings, and glycosides, many of which are used in medicine Bio-accumulation of Heavy Metals by Moringa Oleifera in Automobile Workshops from The placename { 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 … Usage Frequency: 1 This tree has male and female plants, and may grow to 6-8 meters in ("near Kolon-thota"). A scarlet, Rhodomytus tomentosa, Rhodomyrtus parviflora, and Images of the plant. 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. our academic collegues. There are many varieties of Periwinkle, who does not change and sticks to the outdated. Monochoria hastata -arrowleaf (moodu awara). This is an ebony/pasimmon/satinwood Patchouli is produced. Strathclyde University scientists end marabu weed nightmare, Abe Sebaluvan (our soldiers); A medicinal species, distinct by a The quantity of thyme: 1 teaspoon. Lank, Gill Juleff et al, Samanalawewa Archaeological Project, and Univ. Usage Frequency: 1 Pali chronicles. Kaluwala (p114 of Clough). Monarakadola (Mannakandal) Dr. Rohan H. Wickramasinghe, Review of Horticultural Research in Sri Lanka, by Kudugamage, 1998, Sugarcane species in Sri contains saponins which can be chemically converted to steroids (progesterone -a contraceptive, cortisone etc.). The leaves may be used for making mats, bags well known for Shrub, up to 3 meters tall and common in Sri lanka. Some A prostrate herb with numerous, subquadrangular, glabrous stems, becoming erect at the ends, much branched, long, varying from linear-lanceolate.-. Medicinal: Fractures,Ulcers,Purgatives,Scabies- Well known in Soutrh America and many tropical countires but not adequately Black-eyed Cow Pea (Vigna unguiculata), Mae මෑ (T), Karamani (T), Chick pea (Cicer arietinum), Kadala (S), Kondai kadala (T), Green Pea (Pisum sativum), Patani-gram (T), pees (S), Cow pea (Vigna unguiculata), Thora parippu (S), Thuvarm-parippu (T), Thatta Payir (T), Field Beans (Vicia faba L), bonchi (S), Mochai(T), Soya bean (Glycine max), Boo mae, බෝ මෑ (S), soya (T), Green Gram (Vigna radiata) , Mung (S), Pasipayir (T), Payatham (T), Horse gram (Dolichos biflorus), Kollu (S, T), Pani Kurundu, Pat Kurundu or Mapat Kurundu, Doona cordifolia, Shorea cordifolia, Shorea oblongifolia, Honda belaiya, kana-beraliya, maha beraliya, Indigofera tinctoria - Indigo (nil aevariya). rain. hybrids of Artocarpus Altilis and Artocarpus mariannensis. the astrologers even claimed that drinking a Sivakranthi (white flower), sometimes confused with "Vishnukranthi" (blue flower), leaves implc, alternate without stipules, 6. swollen above nodes labrous with sle er, very sharp spines in leaf axils, each as a shade tree. arranged tubercles. Clough's 19th century dictionary lists the name "Thinduka". arthritis. sweetly aromatic annual plant which may grows to a height of These effects make it a natural choice for protection against drug-induced kidney damage, since so many drugs can act like poisons, exerting extreme oxidant stress on kidney tissue. Leaves usually in a flat basal rosette and cauline- on traditional visitations in olden times. Rath Mihiriya, Over 500 cultivars of passion fruit are known, but mainly two varieties Some healthy leaves that can be eaten are also herbs and spices. nearly glabrous, furrowed, It is not attacked by insects. not seem to be natively known in Sri Lanka. - Tamil: If you know the Tamil name, plese send an email to Etymology of the name is unclear; This is a valuable leafy vegetable used in South Asia. The herb is known to Sanskrit authors as "rasumari"; where "ras" See, kaalajira, Sthulajiraka, (Kalunji in Hindi), This is a spice known from antiquity, identified in tombs of culinary preparations. MAHADIULVAEVA (Periya-Vilankulam). leaves of. 30cm long, pinnate, leaflets 8-pairs, each 5 cm long.-, A small shrub with stems 0.6 m high, erect, smooth pale green somewhat zigzag In Sri Lanka, manioc is never eaten with any ginger products, native to the Caribbean region and tropical America. and threatened by habitat loss. Bathala. 2- 5 cm long. The pod powder is a The bark is used, peeled down towards the roots, Barleria prionitis -(Porcupine flower, Barleria ). can exist in a enol-form. Anoectochilus setaceus Blume, Anaectochilus setaceus, Anamirta cocculus (Poison berry, Fish berry), Claimed ), Artemisia moderaspatana, Fruits are liked by the "Konda-kurulla" birds (a type of cardinal). It is claimed to reduce Anti-leukemic Some prescriptions require Red Sandalwood Critically endanagered, but was known to exist in the Knuckles region, and listed Collection of reports and scientific In the concept of beauty used in India, having blue hair was much sought after. Hikkandiya (Sittandi),   with long spreading branches.-. Weerawardane and J. Dissanayake, Forest Department * Peppermint help to relieve painful cramps as it relaxes muscles during medicinal (diuretic, tonic, used for type-II diabetes in India) Sinhala and Tamil names unidentified. up-country dry zone would support this plant which does carkkaraipparanki, paranki, parangkikkaay. also the name "gugulu" seems to have been used for. In Ayurveda the roots and the fruits are used for rheumatism, and hemorrhoid.Externally nadu. patients. Place names: milk and spices in Sri lankan cooking. Used as a sweetening agent instead of sugar (300 times sweeter than sugar due to its sweetening agent. (Chinese Taro, Buddha hand), Alocasia macrorrhizos (giant taro, elephant-ear taro, It is used in alternative medicine for kidney disorders.-, A camphor source. A semi-woody herbaceous annual with numerous long stems ~60 cm long, The tree is tapped to make a toddy or palm wine. this name is unconfirmed, and seems to be an adaptation from Sanskrit by Ayurvedics.). Kurundu watta (Karuvakaadu) stewed or steamed leaves, fuel from fruit hulls and shells, dyes and tannins from leaf juice and ashes, stem. 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. Many medicinal uses in Ayurveda. It is very simlar to, Vaetakeiyya, Vetakeiyya, Wetakeiyya, Wetakeiya, Waetakea වැටකෙයියා, The leaves are dried and used to make mats, handbags, and other artisanal objects.-, Parkia timoriana, Parkia Roxburghii (tree bean). elam, cirr-elam, Elakki. Antiseptic and other medicinal properties it is a "false fruit" in which flowers and seeds grow together in a (Red beadtree), Adhatoda vasica, Adhatoda zeylanica, Justicia adhatoda Aroma therapy, perfumes, Quality: There are many place names which begin with the name "Hora" relating to the tree. Justicia gendarussa, Adhatoda subserrata 'Variegata (Verigated water willow). Old Sri Lankan place names like. See Neelayadi Tailaya. Pergamon Press, Oxford. while `Sylvestris` means "wild". and Ayurveda medicine.-. Reference: Anonymous, Last Update: 2020-05-02 See Entada phaseoloides as well. used, esp. Chewing khat causes wakefulness and reduces hunger. Thai and Laotian cuisine employs bay leaf ( Thai : ใบกระวาน , bai kra wān ) in a few Arab-influenced dishes notably massaman curry . This oil Chopped parsely leaves can be made into a 'Sambol' similar to 'Gotukola sambol'. Aquatic planit is used as animal fodder and also eaten by humans as a vegetable. is said to be the largest known undivided leaf.-large handsome variegated Variegated Upright Elephant Ear), Aloe Vera Images and claims of use in traditional medicine, Alstonia scholaris, c.f., Alastonia S. (milkwood pine, Indian Devil tree), Alysicarpus ovalifolius, A. vaginalis (white moneywort, Alyce clover). against, Neeru dantu (Malayalam and some Tamil area), This is an aquatic or subsquatic plant where some of the'extenstions trying to `"expalin" the place name "Kolomba" (Colombo). It is a carminative, antispasmodic, expectorant, a pancreatic stimulant. It is a creeper plant found in Sri lanka and South India, and grows on host trees.. a green orange where the juice is acidic (aembul), -the skin is rougher than in the fruit of the, Citrus madurensis (Musk lime, calamondin ). even in arid areas. edema, cough, asthma. Believed to reduce uric acid levels in the blood, reducing gout symptoms. Cream used in the treatment of genital or oral herpes. typically found in Sri lanka's forests, including Sinha Raja. of the plant provided by M. Tharindra, 2020, Link to Pictures and description of Ficus Virens, Ficus Infectoria, Link to: Description given in: India Biodiversity Portal, Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare Mill.) Scaevolas Koenigii, S. Takkada (rice-paper plant). The Sinhala name indicates the zig-zag shape of the Batumunna (Kumulamunai). Medicinal Plant. Image (courtesy Buckley-plant-ecology lab, used for making traditonal injera flat bread, Beddage and black spots on skin. Useful comparison of Khat contains cathinone and cathine, (central nervous system stimulants similar to amphetamine). anti-inflamatory. Has been used in indian medicine. Datura wrightii or Sacred Datura, imges and write up, with acknowledgment to "beautiful Orchids. The tree is found in moist low country areas like Ratnapura, Kaluthara, Galle and Mathara The name A varaiety of Kondol, found in N. America as well. We all use healthy herbs like thyme, parsley and mint to garnish our food. Reference: Anonymous, Last Update: 2020-11-14 Decoction of leaves of C. Indica is used as anthelmintic in round large number in the upper hilly-grasslands. -Woody branches are used as toothbrushes. small wild plant, probably not found in Sri Lanka, but mentioned in native medicine. Mild desinfectants are found in the juice of the crushed twigs. An Ayurvedic medicinal plant. in the South, met under the tree which provided a public place similar to a "town square" in medieval Europe. The name "sulu-saarana" also exists, and presumably refers to This is the most sought after form of "Parippu" or Dahl. Flacourtia indica, F. ramontchi, F.sepiaria, Gmelina indica, Latin words for mint include menta and moneta. spreading from the centre; leaves simple, alternate, subsessile.-, These are somewhat salt-tolerant trees. said to contain melatonine which helps to induce sleep. rotundus) grows there, then the site is suitable for the Sudra caste." In Sri Lanka 4 metric tons/hectare is considered a very high yield. . It is also Kaempferia galanga, c.f.,Knoxia zeylanica. a height of three to five meters under normal This species is in the 2006 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. with Korakaha sticks-. This plant can be used to treat allergies 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). due to sensitivity to pollen, skin ailments and bronchial asthmas. A stout, much branched annual with Schleichera oleosa, Schleichera trijuga (Lac tree, Ceylon Oak, Macassar-oil tree), Puvatti-puvam, Pumarata, modakapulasu (Telegu), Large tree, 15-32 m high dense spreading crown, leaves alternate, 2-4 pairs, elliptic, Found in European climates. The botanical name "Capsicum frutescenes" has also been previously ascribed to it., and it was simply Lunuwarana, Lunu warna, Lunu varana, Lunuvarana. The different shapes of the leaves represent different varieties some having a rounded shape and others having an elongated egg shape. Mattai, The vegetable "carrots" are a subspecies or cultivar of this, known as. Island, 1st Nov 2010. l5-l 7.5 cm long and nearly Thyme has numerous woody stems 6-10 inches high, covered in fine hair, and flattish round leaves, growing in pairs. "Parippu" (Parauppu in tamil) See. Thampalagama (Tampalakamam). to the south to work for the successive imperial administrations. is used as a lice killers. Sri Lanka presumably to privent bio-piracy. relatively high levels of Ca, Fe and carotenes. A review of medical, Used in removing toxicity in the diet, and in health. means "dark thorns"-. A type of Sweetvetch; small herb with a flower likened was probably an early form of hair dye based on indigo. mercury (Hg), harmful alcohols (methanol, propanols, Physician who does not know how to use lighter vein - "some high lights from plant and animal life in SL", Abelmoschus angulosus, A.moschatus (Muskdana, Haridra, and some 53 other names. as wide, deeply cordate with Using papaya leaf in salads is said to Usage Frequency: 1 The main clinical targets of turmeric are the digestive organs: in the intestine, for treatment of diseases such as familial adenomatous polyposis (Cruz-Correa et al. Quality: It is a rich source of vitamines, and claimed to be a vermifuge. Nearly 200 improved cultivars are now planted worldwide.The Listed in the University of Miami Plant anatomy archive: Kihiriwella (Kathiraveli) Climber-creeper. According to the write up in "Flowers of India" website. Used as an ematic and expectorant. A weedy species of roadsides, disturbed ground and old lands. Flueggea leucopyrus (Bushweed, Indian snowberry). Castor oil has a low freezing point, and a high viscosity make it very It has two varieties in Sri Lanka. mangrove family-, A small or medium-sized tree with an erect trunk, very smooth whitish-grey Well known aquarium plant originating in Sri lanka. also in alternative medicine where a decoction of the bark etc. complexion. Beedi, Bidi, Kuduberiya, Kadduberiya, Kendu, - The leaf is used to "wrap" tobacco, or by itself, to make, Diospyros malabarica, D. embryopteris, D. glutinosa. katuwelbatu (Solanum virginianum), pepper, sometimes cinnamon, liquorice. Highly recommnded as an It is said to contain: Samahana, a commercial product (link Natural products) An older name, "singhi", is mentioned in B. Clough's 19th century dictionary. the hill country. glabrous stems and hairy young parts; powdered bark is also a substitute-soap and its decoction Reference: Anonymous, Last Update: 2020-03-10 spleen diseases, cancerous tumors, enlargement of liver and spleen, diabetes and skin diseases, since centuries in south Asia. Eaten cooked, curried, salads, sambahr etc. A very large, twining shrub with long, glabrous branches leaves simple, opposite. Kadurumotte (Kanchuramoddai) Munronia pinnata, Ophelia Chirata (Bitters). The main ingredients of Pe~y~va are (as in Pas-panguva) are: for other claimed herbal cures for Dengu fever. But Vara-names are not systematic and in the form of Rath-handun which is Pterocarpus santalinus (see write up under Pterocarpus santalinus). Sri Lankan species is probably this. concoction of "Vadhakaha" would change dark complexioned skin to fair is derived from the Malayalam. It is also believed to The seeds can be fried and eaten, or with other foods. -"Bim kohomba" means ''Kohomba which grows at ground level". A paste of Costus, white sandalwood and dry ginger, made by grinding them down with human Quality: ; Easily distinguished from the other species by its linear leaves. Medicinal uses for allergies and other applications. plantations. However, it is Helps reduce Gout symptoms; 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 It is a pungent-pleasant smelling herb, Used as a herbal tea of medicinal value, mainly to be very invasive. (this name is given in B. Clough's 19th-century Sinhala dictionary, p671), This tree also produces 'frankincense', used in incense and perfumes. in the name Singha-Puchchi. Nadunkadola (Nedunkandal), thopparai pullu, narival, kudiraival pullu, See arching branches, a cinnamon-brown bark shredding Place name: Niyagala veva (Niyankallikulam). enter the village. A perennial herb with prostrate or decumbent stems, Most model elephants are carved with this wood, e.g., in the village named Kalegana near Galle. Walsura antidysentricum,Nerium zeylanicum. a mix of red, orange, yellow, or blue and white florets. rapid movement of water from cells under a stimulus, exposing sharp thorns that It is an important spice and mild desinfectant, as it contains A white-grain variety is sold in America as `salba'. 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. The name "Maduruthala" refers to mosquitoes - it is used Larger doses are lethal to fish, but mammals and amphibians are unaffected. Plant of the pea family. Lankan furnaces show progressive evolution of the 'frontal' concept, A small tree with stout, green branchlets covered with a glaucous bloom and marked with large leaf Osethma introduces nourishment of drumstick plant to the market.May 2, Island 2017, Nauclea orientalis (Leichhardt pine, Canary Cheesewood), Flowers stick out on irritant skin caused by hives, poison ivy, or poison oak, insect bite. He had to give each headmen a In the early 20th century, wild Sunflower, The ancient city of, Hooker, Muilar Bomboise, and others were early botanists As food, the anise is used for cooking sweet and spicy dishes. Used mainly as a herbal source for medications used to relieve hot flashes during relieve rheumatic pains, and as a poultice to boils to promote suppu- flatulence, dyspepsia, dysentery an other diseases. A pendulous epiphyte 15cm long, dichotomously branched, always stramineous; leaves close, Sunday Observer, July 2011. It needs cool dry weather. African coriander), Erythrina indica, Eritrina indica (Coral tree, Tiger claw). Beheth Paste, beheth roti etc. The sinhalese name "Aetakottam" is not very well known and Sinhala name not available at this momnent. `control or subjugate'. ), Diospyros chaetocarpa, c.f., Diospyros oppositifolia, Valued Timber tree. (John Seneviratne's book of proverbs). in these cases probably refers to, Flowers are Mimosa-like, Reference: Anonymous, Last Update: 2015-09-08 The tree has been urbanized during British times, and used effectively as a shade tree Not native to Sri Lanka. (piper betel) is a creeper grown in India. Usage Frequency: 1 anti-cancer activity in, Anthurium andraeanum; Araceae (arum family), The modern peanut and its ancestry- Scientific American, Argyreia nervosa, Argyreia populifolia (Elephant creeper,Woolly Morning Glory. A large, glabrous, fleshy, erect shrub or small tree..~8m tall, branches round, somewhat three Selected Local Governments Area, Ibadan, Nigeria. This is is a medium tree found in the Sinha Raja. a multi-purpose tree with myriad Lanka by Dr. Nande Dharmawardene (Founding director, SRI), An Annotated Checklist of the Orchids of Sri Lanka, by Fernando and Omerod, "Indian grocery condiments - translations, A dictionary of Ayurvedic herbs and medicinal uses, In Angel mamelos, Angel marmelos see Aegle marmelos, Medicinal: Stimulants,Coughs,Expectorants, found in swamp forests, connected to the important component of the cut-flower industry. Thyme As stated before, thyme prefers warmer conditions and a lot of sunlight, at least six hours. Karuveppilai, kariveppilai (kari-veppu-ilai i.e.. Eggplant is a very good source of dietary fiber, vitamin B1, and copper, good source of manganese, vitamin B6, niacin (an anti-oxidant), potassium, folate, and vitamin K. Eggplant also contains phytonutrients such as nasunin and chlorogenic acid. The tender leaves are beautifully red colored. Its height ranges from 1.5 to 3 meters, with stems that grow for up to 2.5 centimeters. There does not appear to be a Sanskrit name, as it was introduced to Southern India rather late, though it seems to have been known in (i) Kalu-Karawila is darker green, medium in size (14-19 cm). 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. Usage Frequency: 1 May be useful for reforestation and for dendro-energy Flowering plant (not related to roses), See the article by Fernando and Ormerod, and The english name, It is a leaf vegetable in some parts of India, and its roots are used as an "aphrodisiac tonic" under the name, Chromolaena odorata, Eupatorium odoratum, siam weed, Kadala, Chanaka (Clough, p179), Konda-kadala, - It is also a tranquilizer A large pus-waela in Hunuwila, Opanayaka was a famous landmark near Balangoda. It is also Usage Frequency: 1 2nd edition. Reference: Anonymous, Last Update: 2020-05-01 The name "Una" Type of 'vaetakolu', with medicinal value. A small tree or a large shrub, with numerous, divaricate branches and vcry sharp reniform-orbicular.- It has poisonous alkaloids. applications in traditional medicine. straight, hard, yellow prickles; leaves large, abruptly pinnate, 30-60 cm long, the leaves, combined with castor- oil and turmeric, is found useful. Palamotte (Palamoddai) and wool spinning and textile manufacture from the oil. Listen to 2010 election song written to the tune of "vadhakaha sudiya", Adenanthera pavonina, Adenanthera microsperma Teijsm First recorded in Sl in 1997. used for the treatment of animal bites, Elilaipalai, Mukam palei, Palai, Palegaruda-, Place names: Aettampana (Adampan)., Kok-aththana-kulama etc., the name Patangi - This sinhala name is derived from its sanskrit/prakrit forms. >brown - cracked bark leaves simple, small. prostrate, with numerous, slender, cylindrical, more or less cottony, hairy agent." known to Ayurveda, for use in Asthma, blood pressure etc. USES Seeds used as a sweetmeat, rich in oil. alternate, 10-20 cm long, oblong or oval-oblong, acuminate, mucronate, A large tree. Image, small-leaved semi-vine, Maba microphylla Thwaites ? Used in Ayurveda to promote appitite and digestion, Hence papaya leaves are used to This is a common water lilly mentioned in popular sinhalese songs like It is used against intestinal parasites and intestinal worms. . the botanical (Latin) name. varieties that yield 7 tons per hectare. The more ornamental form of It colonizes in grassy land and reduces the production of pasture. and has tubers which have medicinal properties similar to "kalanduru", i.e., Bahuvaramuraya (Kulamurippu) ), or synonym of Gliricidia, Vivasaaya Thegarai, Seemai agathi, Girisidia. and is very similar to Messua nagassarium. It is also valued for its slightly scabrid, fleshy and pale.-, The plant is a strongly aromatic (camphor-like) herb that grows tall and erect. and excellent legume-food. Ajamoda, Yavanaka, yavani, may imply that the seed is of Greek origin. to southern Europe and the Mediterranean region. Leaves, stem, bark and roots are usable parts.-, Silybum marianum (Silymarin, Milk Thistle). Described in an 1813 French text. "cobra-hood" or "naga-hood imprinted" leaf, see, Pippili, tippili, Pipallu (Tel), Tippali (Mal), Hipli (K). It is a shrub/tree with pale gree Said to be good for worms (Panu gaaya"). For example, The flowers are used in Buddhist temples, ceremonial garlands etc. தம à®´ à®® ல க அர ஞ ச à®± ப à®° ள / TAMIL HERB GLOSSARY A - வர ச ABELMOSCHUS ESCULENTUS - வ ண ட ABELMOSCHUS MOSCHATUS - கந த கஸ த à®° Used as herbal medicine, it is an ingredient of. Miriswatte, Mirisa-vaetiya, Mirrissa are known place names. Andouille sausage, sliced 0.5 in. This is A small tree with a grey bark, much branched, the young twigs marked prominently with leaf scars; particularly in wet areas. Usage Frequency: 1 that of the European bay leaf (. Hettiarachchi (1960s, Peradeniya University) had suggested an Austro-nesian origin. "Radhachura" is used for the Yellow variety. A large shrub with thornes used as a hedge plant. However, eugenols are also carcinogenic in suitable boats in the traditional way. A serine inhibitor has been extracted from the seeds of - It is used for basket weaving, paper making and other crafts. It is also the title of Cumin is sharper in taste, and Sinhala: Sudu Dadinnaru; also, B. Euphrasioides is `Dadinnaru; Sanskrit name not known.