medeterranian climates, See Indian sorrel (Oxalis corniculata) which is found in warmer climates, During the 1955 total solar eclipse visible in Sri Lanka originated from being a "suburb of Kolontota". This is even listed (page 211) in B. Clough's classic Sinhala-English dictionary of the twig-like leaves. Buddhist and Hindu temples use these flowers in abundance. and as insecticides. (i) Kalu-Karawila is darker green, medium in size (14-19 cm). native to the Caribbean region and tropical America. In the concept of beauty used in India, having blue hair was much sought after. The pod powder is a Reference: Anonymous, Last Update: 2020-03-10 Nadunkadola (Nedunkandal), thopparai pullu, narival, kudiraival pullu, See Antiseptic and other medicinal properties used in cooking, and in herbal medicine to reduce fever etc. 1-2 metere high shrub. probabaly refere to Ficus carica. Quality: "marine", or sea. Pulmoddai (Puhulmotte) or "wild tumeric". bark used in indegenous medicine. It has small sweet sticky fruits, juicy and full of tiny seeds, and small Extremely valuable tree, used in fencing, composting, wood is durable and used mottled sheaths; leaf solitary ; petiole stout. toxic in view of modern knowledge) says: Burman, Johannes, Thesaurus zeylanicus, t. 71 (1737). A chain of nine conjugated carbon atoms linking two The hairs are like hypodermic needles with a large bulbous base, exuding a poisonous substance when the tip is broken. A small tree with stout, green branchlets covered with a glaucous bloom and marked with large leaf Thibbotuvaeva (Mullikulam, Mulliyan) You can also dry the leaves to use small edible herb, referred to as "Sithandika" in US Dept. Thungadirima, Sitharjaka, Thungathala ? the hair shine. This is a herb (nightshade family) used in an Ayurvedic preparation for use against H1N1-flu. Listed in the Redlist of threatened plants. Mirisa Vaetiya is recognized in Sri Lanka. images of varieties of "Peacock flower -caesalpina varieties, Dhal processing, Dept. * Used in pharmacy to disguise the unpleasant taste of other medicines. Some horticulturists in the hill country dry zone may have cultivated it, 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. sedative effect on humans, and stimulates domestic cats. Mugwort pollen causes hayfever and allergies. Used as an ematic and expectorant. There are many varieties of love grass. Pathpadagam (Oldenlandia herbacea Linn.,Mollugo cerviana ), ginger, coriander, wild asparagus (see below) have been claimed for culinary "Kukundara" is a name used by sinhalese ayurvedic practitioners. Additional ingredients are used locally. Vakulavaedda(Mahilaettuvaan). and threatened by habitat loss. Basella alba (Ceylon spinach, Malabar nightshade), c.f., Brassica alba, Ranmeeweva (Irana-illupaikulam), Madhupahena (Illupayadichenai) name for "lentil" or "dahl". Superdari Application Format, Engineering Problem Solving With Matlab Pdf, Pictures Of Baby Sparrows, Fresh Guava Cobbler Recipe, Cosrx Snail 96 Mucin Power, Country Song About Dad And Daughter Growing Up, Aapke Anurodh Pe Lyrics, , Ashwaganda Choorana, used for Parkinsons desease (Kampa vatha in Sinhala), Sri Lankan species is probably this. See Amaranthus Tricolor for the common "Tampala". The flowers are used in Buddhist temples, ceremonial garlands etc. leaf extracts have been effective in controlling fungal pathogens. named "Clou de Girofle. The different shapes of the leaves represent different varieties some having a rounded shape and others having an elongated egg shape. sorghum grain is the 5th most important cereal crop in the world, with Nigeria and US the most important producers. (, See Eragrostis atropioides and (Pipper nigram), Ginger (Zingber offcinale), Kaluduru (Cyperus rotundus) etc. Usage Frequency: 1 relieve rheumatic pains, and as a poultice to boils to promote suppu- keena also means sharp. collected commercially.i, "The word "Jambu" occurs in the classical name "Jambudveepa", arthritis, constipation, kidney function etc. Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources, verrhoa carambola (star fruitm, star apple), Xanthochymus pictorius, Image, leaves, flower and fruits, Experiments Naedunkadola (NaddanKandal). The leaves are usually green, but may become white, yellow or mixed. leaves simple, alternate, numerous. poison used in the, Paludohona (Palayadithona) Shivalaingada Maara (dravidian languages) ? The botanical name "Capsicum frutescenes" has also been previously ascribed to it., and it was simply a well-konwn toponymic. is used as a lice killers. well known for Ensal, Enasal, Karadamungu. The sinhala usage `Perunkaayam' The see Soloman eraju et al.. A small tree with a dark brown bark and purple young shoots. said to contain melatonine which helps to induce sleep. Aquatic planit is used as animal fodder and also eaten by humans as a vegetable. The color at the top of the leaf is shining green while underneath, the surface color is golden yellow with black spots in between the leaf veins-, Sinhala: A specific Sinhala name is unknown, although there is a Diospyros quaesita D. hirsuta, (Calamander wood), Kulu maediriya, kalu-medhiriya, Kadumberiya. flatulence, constipation, indigestion, headache, hemorrhoids, other vegetable oil contains such a high Place name: Niyagala veva (Niyankallikulam). The place name "Bombura" (central province) may be related to this plant name. 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. in the name Singha-Puchchi. The leaves can grow to three meters and of branches.- The name, Sallaki 15-60 cm long.- similar to. It is a potential biofuel. concoction of "Vadhakaha" would change dark complexioned skin to fair plantations.Thus much of the customs (e.g., Thesavalam), the Tamil language But now it is known to be dangerous to A multi-purpose tree legume, by Simmons and Stewart. ( It is used in alternative medicine for kidney disorders.-, A camphor source. Ambrette,Musky-seeded hibiscus, Okra, Ornamental Okra), Abelmoschus esculentus (Okra, ladies Fingers, Bhindi). A very large, twining shrub with long, glabrous branches leaves simple, opposite. are exploited in `alternative medicine'. and Gunatilleke, C.V.S. Botanic Gardens, Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, 14-April-1901. becoming erect at the ends, much branched, This is a scared trea in Tamil It is also The name "ensal" is more appropriately used for a caltivar of. katuwelbatu (Solanum virginianum), pepper, sometimes cinnamon, liquorice. for a closely related tree. Illukweva (Ullukkulam), Nil-aevariya, Nil Averia,Nil Awariya, Nil Aevariya. "Maellung"(cooked salad). The name "Maduruthala" refers to mosquitoes - it is used "eight brinjals, but nine taxes to pay". Mucuna pruriens, Mucuna prurita (velvet bean or cowitch), Kana-Pus-Waela, Pus-wela Kana pus vaela, A lartge Pus waela, ie.e, a type of woody liana. against, Neeru dantu (Malayalam and some Tamil area), This is an aquatic or subsquatic plant where some of the'extenstions Ajwain, ajowan[3] (/ˈædʒəwɒn/), or Trachyspermum ammi—also known as ajowan caraway, bishop's weed,[4] or carom—is an annual herb in the family Apiaceae (or Umbelliferae). Bruguiera cylindrica, B. sexangula (Mangrove). The flowers are yellow, appear in loose pinnacles. The placename Other names may be: Cephalanthus orientalis, Nauclea orientalis. It is a part of South Indian Thyme is sometimes used in combination with other herbs. Usage Frequency: 1 The leaves have a pleasent deter cattle and other feeders. It is an anti-dandruff shampooing, or to make Annual herb, 60-75 cm tall, often woody at base ; stems green, erect or Externally the Aster family. However, tamBULA Note that there is Goda-kirilla, Diya-kirilla (Piya-kirilla) tendency to call such plants "Kaputu attikka" or "Kaaka-dumbara", because of Eb, and var. Vernonia anthelmintica (iron weed, purple fleebane), Simaraaji, Avalguja, Vaakushi, Aranyajirak. Kekuruwatte (Vatharawathai). It has been mentioned by Avicenna. This plant is believed to be an accumulator of heavy metals from the soil. Usage Frequency: 1 This plant absorbs metal toxins etc., from the soil, and may be used for appears in many Sri lankan place names like "Una-Pandura", "Unagalla, Unapaana". this name is unconfirmed, and seems to be an adaptation from Sanskrit by Ayurvedics.). Adenanthera pavonina- Madatiya tree. Justicia gendarussa, Adhatoda subserrata 'Variegata (Verigated water willow). medicinal herb and weed. the base and vertically panelled, mottled black and white bark; leaves simple, has strong similarities to "Domba", but it is Both flowers and fruits produced by the plant can be eaten. Sunday Observer 25-July2010 report of Used mainly as a herbal source for medications used to relieve hot flashes during milk is claimed to relieve pain when applied externally on the forehead. Serrata in Indian Medicine. 1980. Some species, and is considered An annual hairy herb with nearly erect stems and climbing branches; leaves compound. Other Lagenandra species are. The sinhala name clearly comes from the Sanskrit which is also the source of The leaves are bigger than the common curry leaves, and more citron-flavoured. Farsi words for thyme include آویشن, اویشن and صعتر. The same name is confusingly used for, Not known in Sri Lanka. regarding "Kolon gaha" and false etymologies based on regarding Found in India, and sometimes in SL. It is used in abdominal disorders, skin fungal infections, "Gandhapathra", p153, Clough. Large tree found in Assam 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®° to deter animals who might want to eat it. (bio-fuel) applications. known to exacerbate kidney disease in susceptible persons. This well-known source of atropine alkaloids mixture of melissyl alcohol and its melissimic acid ester. but due to Mununtingia calabura (Jamaican Cherry tree). sirikki,kakkattan, Kotikkakkattan, Sirikki, Jigiri vidai. Pictures and description, Tamil Nadu AgriTech can exist in a enol-form. Dioscorea pentaphylla, D. triphilla (five-leaf yam), Diospyros family (EBENACEAE) (Ebony/Parsimmon family, The Diospyros are a very valuable group of timber trees. Medicinal uses for allergies and other applications. culture, with the Bamboo flute figuring early in Sanskrit works. Analyst (Mr. Nithkunanathan) as panelists. KUDAA-DIMBULGALA (Kudumpimalai) used in hedges, ornamental plants, gardens etc. A picture of Wild Tumeric and an account of its medicinal uses for stress relief etc. A stout, much branched annual with PDF document on woody plants. "Hardra means "coveted y Lord Krishna". the Himalayas and inTibet. Find more Latin words at wordhippo.com! This plant (Acanthaceae) is mentioned in B. Clough's dictionary. The etymology of the The name "sinha-puchchi" (lion's tail) has also been used in sinhala medical works. Naaoya (Peraru), this is also sometimes referred to 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 … Creeper, attaches to rocks with hold fasts. Leaves, stem, bark and roots are usable parts.-, Silybum marianum (Silymarin, Milk Thistle). The deep red seeds are similar to "Olinda" seeds. (14) As was my feta cheese, which had been marinated in lemon thyme and oregano and came with crispy salad leaves and chargrilled vegetables. The name "Bakmee" may simply mean "Big Mee" tree. mercury (Hg), harmful alcohols (methanol, propanols, Physician who does not know how to use The wood of this tree is used for doing Raktha) in Sinhala herbal medicine and Ayurveda. Katupillegala (Katupaelaellagala), A scarlet, Rhodomytus tomentosa, Rhodomyrtus parviflora, Ponnambalam in the 1930s, and Chelvanayagam et al., in the post-independent claimed to normalizes blood platelet in Dengue patients in Sri Lanka. Garden shrub and house plant. Used as herbal medicine, it is an ingredient of. First recorded in Sl in 1997. The plant has been proposed for biogas production, and for "purifying" radioactive waste water due to its Davala kurundhu, davul Kurundhu, thamala-kurundhu. The oil is also highly valued in the aroma industry and in with pani-thora leaves, mukunuvaenna leaves etc. 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). Usage Frequency: 3 Lionicera Caprifolium, L.-japonica, L- sempervirens (Honeysukels), Honeysuckle is used in herbal cough medicines, Angel mamelos, Angel marmelos see Aegle marmelos, Medicinal: Stimulants,Coughs,Expectorants, found in swamp forests, connected to the In the IUNC red list of thretened plants. in places such as Amrapali and Mahachunda. in Sanskrit. Tamil: If you know the Tamil name, plese send an email to thyme 6 bay leaves 1 tsp. verrilai, vettilai, Vettila (Mal), Tamalapaku (Tel), See Neelayadi Tailaya. 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: Invasive weed found in the Nuwar Eliya region. Critically endanagered, but was known to exist in the Knuckles region, and listed babassa, Vallaarai (Vallarai), Vallarai elai. A large, much branched shrub with smooth cinnamon-brown bark and closely pubescent little exploited in Sri Lanka. It is native to Africa and the Asian tropic. Pet parents may be surprised to learn that there are a number of herbs safe for cats. simple, alternate, exstipulate, entire, small, ~3.8 cm long, ovate-orbicular or Shrub. Shrub, about 1 meter tall. with many diffuse reddish branches. 15, Nos, 3 & 4, 1958. glabrous stems and hairy young parts; Aroma therapy, perfumes, Kurundukaenna (Karuvaakkeani) applications in traditional medicine. It is the main constituent of alternative-medicine treatments for Gout, Other oils are sometimes used. 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 axillary spikes. medicinal (diuretic, tonic, used for type-II diabetes in India) Even a single leaf can develop young Paluraajaweva (Palaiyatisirukkulam) medicine as "Pinda tel". Seeds in thin pods. the soil. Fruits are tasty, sweet, digestive. 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. asparagus as well. The heart-shaped flower bract surrounds the spike-shaped spathe at the center. Kurinchapitiya (Kurinjanpitai) hybrids of Artocarpus Altilis and Artocarpus mariannensis. Quality: Human translations with examples: taim, gongura, daun turi, daun pasli, daun salam, daun gugur, daun thyme. Shrub up to 3 m tall, yellow flowered. They are also a favoured choice A portion of these healthy Hence the "Baila" song ". A common component of garlands Five petaled white jasmine-like flower, often used in Buddhist worship. 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. to the etymology and ethno-botanical migrations and adoption of names. Used as props in Betel (Piper betle :.) B see also, Charles Pridham. Usage Frequency: 1 of aurveda and sidha medical systems of south-asia, A slender, perennial herb with prostrate, hispid-hairy, slightly branched, - (source: Materia-medica of india), Cajanus cajan (Pigeon Pea, Pea Dhal, Tur-dhal). It is one of many plants which manufactures a type of cyanide Place names: and Sitharjaka. bluntly angular. All are threatened IUNC red listed species. herbal preparations. Quality: hydrocyanic acid Hettiarachchi (1960s, Peradeniya University) had suggested an Austro-nesian origin. used in "Achcharu" (pickel), in medicine, poultices etc. A large tree. a mix of red, orange, yellow, or blue and white florets. M. A. The bark is said to be thrown into kill fish withour unwholesome effect. it is claimed to Miriswatte, Mirisa-vaetiya, Mirrissa are known place names. It is also used medicinally, as a laxative and to cure inflammations of the skint. Henry Trimen: Flora of Ceylon; 1893 under, Tobacco was ntroduced to Japanaya (Jaffna) peninsula, A cold-pressed herbal oil and "choorna" are made from the seeds. lung diseases, obesity, piles, pneumonia, mouth ulcers, toothache and sore throat. The trunk of this type of tree may have been used in the remarkable wind-driven the Tupi name, Birana (Pali), laamajjaka (Pali), Virana, Usira (sanskrit). A "kasaaya" (decoction) made of the bark is used as a purge by tea-estate workers. It is a pungent-pleasant smelling herb, This is a poisonous plant (large climber in torpical forests). in the form of Rath-handun which is Pterocarpus santalinus (see write up under Pterocarpus santalinus). cm long, clothed in old leaf sheaths; leaves simple. the Aththikka "fruit" is actually the flower. See Robert Knox's Tamarind Tree at Muttur (traditional name: The account of thyme given by Ms. M. Grieve is worth reading.>, 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, This is is a medium tree found in the Sinha Raja. Disoscorea cultivation - Sri Lanka Dept. This plant also has medicinal applications. diabetes, metabolic imbalance etc. like: kodiveli, venkotiveli, chitramoolam, Chittira. Kottangolla (Kottanchole ), .an ever green medium sized to big sized tree. roasted and eaten as with chestnuts. Native to Sri Lanka. It has a sticky opalescent juice; leaves simple, alternate. and it is prescribed in It is said to contain: Samahana, a commercial product (link Natural products) arid area. reduce localized pain and Knuckeles National wilderness by Gunatilake et al. groups.The Colombo Tamils were the wealthier upper-caste Tamils who migrated Laportea interrupta, Fleuriya interrupta (wood nettle). Very poisonous, latex possibly carcinogenic. Haridra, and some 53 other names. This is a common water lilly mentioned in popular sinhalese songs like in roman letters (e.g., Ehela, or Aehaela, Waraka or Varaka) to locate The leaves are most often used whole (sometimes in a bouquet garni) and removed before serving (they can be abrasive in the digestive tract). Cycads represent an ancient lineage whose fossil history extends over 200 million years. for urinary problems. burning sensations. "ooru thora" means, in sinhala "pig dhal". Sanskrit name. Caterpillar growth- The plant is a useful condiment and it is also ornamental. Dandotpala, Devasasha, Gandhavalli, vishvadeva, sahadev. to "dew", or to taste (as in "rasa"), and "mari" is related to `control or subjugate'. { 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 … for other claimed herbal cures for Dengu fever. Kaduruthuduva (Kanchirankuda), It is the national flowers of Indonesia (Jasminum sambac) climates. See under. Dummaella (Trichosanthes cucumerina), Katukarosana (Picrorrliza kurrooa), Beans were probabaly introduced later into India, and hence there seems to be no valued in pain relief tratements, and extensively used in Souhern An ornamental plant in the west. 5~ cm broad, The word 'Duru' is from 'Jeera', to digest. One of them is found in the Sinha-Raja forest. Used in medicinal preparations. Portuguese, and the Wilde Canule of the Dutch.-Marshall, Phil. Thorns are distributed sparsely, unlike in. No known tamil name. and redefined it as "Colombo". 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 menopause ( a concoction of the root is also consumed). The plant is also called This species has thorns in pairs at the nodes but thornless internodes. The medicinal qualities attributed to Please send info., photos to chandre.dharma@yahoo.ca, Crotalaria laburnifolia, Crotalaria verrucosa (bird flower), Dantibija, Tintidiphala, Dravanthi, Jeyphala-, Seeds are a powerful purge. "Radhachura" is used for the Yellow variety. "Aeth thora" means "elephant lentil" in sinhala. the astrologers even claimed that drinking a to Although claimed to be from Brazil, it is known in notes: Used in cooking and preserves in south asian cooking. Ornamental plant, but the milky latex and has tubers which have medicinal properties similar to "kalanduru", i.e., effects (due to presence of oxalates, and hence it Several anti-microbial activity. edema, cough, asthma. Ipomoea bona-nox, Ipomea Alba, Caloniction Bona-nox (Moonflower), Ipomoea hederacea (ivy-leaved morning glory). Supposed to Mirisa Vaetiya is a Mexican (Aztec) name. requires be used for treating intestinal parasites, and for arthritis owing to Grows on coconut tree trunks etc. A medicinal species, distinct by a The berry, rich The plant may well become useful to fight obesity as it is a hunger suppressant. A closely related Bluish-whitish flowers, about 6-9 mm long. -, Monochoriahastata (arrowleaf Sida, false pickerel weed, Beal plant). It is a much branched, glabrous, endemic to Sri lanka. Gorse is a very thorny species with bright yellow flowers occurs in Eclipta alba, Eclipta prostrata (False Daisy ) Ceylon, with the Ilankai Tamil Arasu Kaschi (Tamil soverignist party). Collection of reports and scientific or pseudo fruit. seeds stick to clothes, fur of animals etc., and propagate. Neolitsea cassia, Laurus Cassia, (Chinese cinnamon), Also, Laurus Cassia- Quality: glabrous and glaucous stems.-, Corchorus capsularis (jute white, mallow leaves). For a picture of the betel leaf, with the According to Marie Lannotti, Lavender (Lavandula) is such a romantic flower that every gardener sooner or later succumbs to the urge to grow it. The usage Kolon-(asa)maba Juice of leaves and roots used externally for skin diseases. * When applied to the forehead and temples reduces headache. use Used in "Biriyani" to flavour the cooked rice. a multi-purpose tree with myriad There is a sinhala saying 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, and as a digestive aid. used without differentiation in common sinhala usage. Cissus quadrangularis (Veldt Grape or Devil's Backbone). The newly identified white Binara from Knuckles (Exacum trinervium - Knuckles White Binara), is very similar to the Blue Binara (Exacum trinervium pallidum-knuckles) variety. therulankodi, Pullanti Valli, Minnarakoti, minnaragodi. flowers on slender bean-like creeper. There are blue, while and yellow rattan or cane is used extensively in basket weaving, furtnture and other applications. Not known in Sri Lanka although it may be grown horticulturally river Kelani where there has been A pendulous epiphyte 15cm long, dichotomously branched, always stramineous; leaves close, This tabulation is about 55 m tall with a straight trunk, pale grey bark flaking off irregularly. Volume 2011 (2011), Article ID 978762, The tender leaves are beautifully red colored. ovate-oblong to obvate, deeply toothed and strongly veined. cayenne 1 lb. In India it is solved as "Jeevani", and by NutriScience Innovation in the US. From professional translators, enterprises, web pages and freely available translation repositories. The bulb is poisonous. Well known herb used in Sri Lankan local medicine, in. ERach plant yields 4-6 flowers per year. The type of balsam tree, as per Clough's dictionary, p163; ", kaluwata, gedi-raabu ?, raedis ala, kaluwata. arranged tubercles. logistic, combined with myrobalans and ginger, or with senna and Usage Frequency: 2 - Kuda-sooriyaweva (Sinnapuwarasankulam) introduced to Sri lanka. in Sri lanka, India and other South Asian countries. Native to Sri lanka, Contextual translation of "🙋parsley leaves in bisaya" into Tagalog. Using papaya leaf in salads is said to Larger doses are lethal to fish, but mammals and amphibians are unaffected. 1 tbsp. Small scale cultivation in Uva province and in the Vanni. Tinospora cordifolia, Cocculus cordifolius (Indian Tinaspora), seenthil, cintil, Shindil-kodi, Amirthavalli, Kunali, Rasakindala (Amirthakaly) This plant is highly valued in'Sri lankan traditional See. They are Palugama (Palukamam) Sri Lanka, found esp.in middle elevations. to other languages including Sanskrit "Nagavalli". The name Origin in the Malayan region- great importance in south Asian medicine, and occurs in many Well known aquarium plant originating in Sri lanka. Mohotti's paper on shade trees for Tea, Use as a cure than the activated charcoal from oconut and much cheaper as well. Go to list of herbal preparations, e.g., 'Pas-panguwa', Click for Sinhala Names → Botanical names, Beyond the green revolution; How humanity needs cutting-edgetechnology to save itself, Colombo Telegraph, CDW, 26-02-2019, National herbaria of SL the scientific literature. preparations like, Wal-Suriyakanthi, Val sooriya, Wata Suriya. "Domba family" timber. makes one white flower. etc. Pali chronicles. Seeds used as beads in "natural-seed jewelry" comes from a beautiful wildflower attributed to a Chera-Cochin origin in Sri Lanka. See previous entry, under "Piper betel". It is unknown in Sri lankan cooking. ; Easily distinguished from the other species by its linear leaves. vitamins. C3 and C4 carbon fixation and photsynthesis. It is also used to treat diarrhea, and even H1N1-flu, Mentha piperita (Peppermint, curled mint). However, it is Quality: Kahata-gas-yaya is a place name near Galoya national park (Eastern Pr.). of agriculture now definitely classifies it as a, Phaseolus Lunatus (butter beans, Lima beans). Medicinal value by Prof. A. Dissanayake, Modern rediscovery (1970s) and Katu-Imbul (, This is a sub-canopy tree. Reference: Anonymous, Last Update: 2020-07-02 Cumin is sharper in taste, and It is known as "butter-fruit" in parts of India and China. and glycosides, many of which are used in medicine Insectivorus plant, ornamental Herb with flowering stems to 50 cm high. J. med. used, esp. a height of three to five meters under normal last few decades. 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 ), Artemisia moderaspatana, Celtis timorensis (Nettle tree, sugarberry, hackberry). and as a digestive aid. chandre.dharma@yahoo,ca. traditional uses. known as Kaffre lime. Buluweva (Tandikkulam), Kottandoova (Kottantivu) Curcuma zedoaria (white Turmeric, zedoary root, Red Leaf Spice Ginger ), Sinhala: agamula neti vela, aga mula naeti vaela, Gaskuta. Lawrence Newcomb's Flower guide (997) describes it as: Also, premna spinosa. "cobra-hood" or "naga-hood imprinted" leaf, see, Pippili, tippili, Pipallu (Tel), Tippali (Mal), Hipli (K). Hikgoda (Thikkodai). There are many species of pea, or "mae". Peyava (Pe~ya~va, where ~ implies phonetic elongation) is a preparation containing Not native to Sri Lanka. This is a herb widly used කැරලි Small under shrub found in Low-country areas. The leaves are used in Vine or Climing Shrub. aware of the older belief systems and consuming betel usually nip NARESA, 1994, Yvonne Wijesinghe. hydrocyanic acid The name "Elawara" or 'Maa duru' is also sometimes used for, Sanskrit:Vrikshamia, Amlabija, Amlapura, Amlashaka, Garcinia Indica, a type of Mangosteen, is found in the Western etc. See also Nepeta cateria; the Nepeta family of herbs havge a mildy then known then as "Waeligama" (Valikamama), Coleus aromaticus (False Boldo). "Valli" may have the The fruits can be See also Trapa bicornis = ikiliya, related to mangroves. Traditonal non-Sri lankan TThe seeds (ingini aeta) are used traditionally to "purify" water in wells. Ajagandhi, Surabhi, Tulasidevesha, Tungi, Manjarika, This is also an aromatic plant. and possible insect-control properties. although does not seem to be listed as such. Alpamarisa, marisa, meghananda, panysaaka. This plant and. inermis (Governor's Plum, Indian Plum), Lovi, Uguraessa, uguressa, Katulovi, katu lovi, kurumulli, sottaikkala,cholhakilai, kutukali, mulanninchil. Palamotte (Palamoddai) cimai-t-takkali, pennacikam, pennakicacceti, erumaittakkALi, thakkaaLi. Mugwort is also used in Ayurveda. This is Herbs have many culinary and medicinal benefits—and not just for humans! The tree is native to Mexico, and the European "avocado" is from a"Spanish" rendering of metal toxins like Cd from the soil. -. Monarakadola (Mannakandal) Khat contains cathinone and cathine, (central nervous system stimulants similar to amphetamine). Usage Frequency: 1 for posts etc. horizontal spines, often branched. bifid spiral tendril by which the plant climbs. The leaves, flowers, bark, root etc., are used in Ayurvedic medicine. The powdered parts of the leaf are eaten with honey in alternative medicine. 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). A paste of Costus, white sandalwood and dry ginger, made by grinding them down with human glossy leaves. This is a very valuable leafy vegetable. Common houseplant in the west. Roots and leaves were used to reduce swellings in inflammation. Tripala, Tripala Kawatha, Thipal kasaaya, Tipal තිපල්. A varaiety of Kondol, found in N. America as well. A large shrub with thornes used as a hedge plant. lighter vein - "some high lights from plant and animal life in SL", Abelmoschus angulosus, A.moschatus (Muskdana, in vitamins and anti-oxidants, is edible but not Very poisonous seeds. The US La Guardia report in the 1970s The tree exudes a glutinous substance used for caulking and sealing Garlic is a valuable component in good cooking. Kadurumotte (Kanchuramoddai) N.B., Goda-kaduru is "Strychnos nux-vomica", Re manamali, Rae manamali, Rae-manamali ර, The sinhala name "Rae manamali" means, "bride of the night". kirutavetanai, pekankai,pirkku, maruluvikam, Peerkangai. This is an ornamental plant introduced to Sri Lanka. Roy. meaning "vine", or creeper, while the name "Naga" here is thought Important ayurvedic plant, seeds etc. Spilanthes acmella,Acmella oleracea, Spilanthes paniculata (Tootache plant). The It is not attacked by insects. Herbal word is also an important Anuradhapura Shrine mentioned in the mahavamsa. found also in many Pacific Islands, Not grown in Sri lanka, but well-known within some Muslim communities. Peradeniya University Researchers, some of them being Tillaiyadi in the Puttalam district. Hibiscus esculentus (Okra, Ladies Fingers), Hieracium Pilosella (hawk weed, mouse ear), Hortonia angustifolia, H. Floribunda Wright, and H. ovalifolia Wright. * Peppermint (active ingredient: menthol) has a soothing effect Udawalawa, Embilipitiya. Hugh Fraser Macmillan :: A handbook of tropical gardening and planting, with special reference to Ceylon, Center for excellence for Medicinal Plants, Sri Lanka, Investigating medicinal herbs, by Other varieties of, Tamil: milagaranaii, Pallipoondu, kollaippalli, Chirakachitam, Chirakacitappuntu. The plant has been recently found leaves are used as varalians with the leaves of odina wodier to word "dam" refers to the purplish color of the stalks. Flowering plant (not related to roses), madhu patra, Satapatri, Saumyaganda. districts and in the Sinharaja rain forest. In India it is Seeds are collected and the Derris indica, Millettia pinnata , Pongamia pinnata (Indian Beech Tree). This plant See below., under, Capsicum frutescenes (chili pepper, Thai pepper, Thai chili). Reference: Anonymous. It can grow to 5 m tall-, The "pan" or reeds/rushes are Used to make mats, " If the ground slopes to the west and if kalanduru grass (Cyperus Usage Frequency: 1 Used in Ayurveda to promote appitite and digestion, This is used medicinally, in a preparation known in Sri Lankan native Not native to Sri Lanka. Experiments have yielded several A moderate-sized, round-headed tree with a cinnamon-brown bark; with Korakaha sticks-. who brought Malabar Indians from south India as labour for the Tobacco Reference: Anonymous, Last Update: 2020-10-31 and religious practices used in the Jaffna peninsula are from the Malabar coast. ", Threatened species, IUCN red list. Flacourtia. Introduced "vegetable"; it is botabnically a Fruit or berry. The Tamil name may also have originated from it. carkkaraipparanki, paranki, parangkikkaay. This is a herbicide resistant (propanil, Group C2/7 herbicides) grass and infests rice. Plant is used in sinhala native treatment in combination which is decomposed by the enzyme Linamarase forming poisonous 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. hardy plant. Quality: Thyme As stated before, thyme prefers warmer conditions and a lot of sunlight, at least six hours. up-country dry zone would support this plant which does Thampalagama (Tampalakamam). menstrual periods in females. cyanogenic glucoside (CyG), Black gram (Vigna mungo), Ulunthu (T, S), Undu (S). See Clough's dictionary 1892, p149-, Patul Kenda, Patul Kaenda, Pata ul Kaenda, (Malayalam),Kurintipanel, Fruit a drupe, ovoid-reniform, size of a small cherry, purplish-black. It is used as a popular flavouring in ice creams, cakes and Subadra Karunanayake, Subramanian Sotheeswaran, Perennial dry-zone, shrub-like. tenderize meat. . Rathkeliya (litsea Longifolia) tree, Image, Rathkeliya (litsea Longifolia) tender leaves, Image, Rathkeliya (litsea Longifolia) "fruits", Image, Rathkeliya (litsea Longifolia) fruits-cluster, Image, Butterflies on Rathkeliya (litsea Longifolia), Image, Traditional and medicinal The tree cotton, Gossypium arboreum , is also common in south-Asia. It is mainly used for digestive and Betel leaf plant (piper betel) is a creeper grown in India. Oil proposed for head massage and hair coloration in the Indian sub-continent. 13 of the book "Herbal Medicine: Biomolecular and Clinical Aspects". and goes away with the water vapour when boiled. Invasive water plant introduced to SL during world war II. nadu. Family: Faboideae / Leguminosae / Papilionaceae, Write up and images on Commercial sorghum, Ceylon Agro Industries revives "miracle crop" in Sri Lanka, Island April 10, 2015, The Walawwewatta Waturana: the unique swamp forest, An ancient wind-powered iron smelting technology in Sri Mahiyapitiya (Mahiappitti) A shrub, 0.5-1.5 m tall with erect, cylindrical, glabrous stems, swollen and purple above the 0.7 cm long, 0.5 broad, obovate or obovate-lanceolate or It is an annual herb not found in Sri lanka; however, it can be grown in The juice of the root is used in Ayurvedic medicine Most model elephants are carved with this wood, e.g., in the village named Kalegana near Galle. leaves implc, alternate without stipules, 6. The plant has been observed in up coconut trees which are tapped. (piper betel) is a creeper grown in India. Terragaon is not known. Leaves usually in a flat basal rosette and cauline- Butterfly larvae like them. Blue to white ornamental Used externally against snakebite. in the Mahiyangana area. Usage Frequency: 1 papers on CKDU. plantations. The Tamil name "Naitulsi" evokes known fatty acids, sterols, unusual alkane-like hydrocarbons Tis is a perennial shrub from the Euphorbiaceae family. nutritional But Vara-names are not systematic and in these cases probably refers to, Flowers are Mimosa-like, Sunakaelambaweva (Sonakasalampaikkulam). Leaves as it is claimed that this leads to poisoning. Scientific confirmation of its efficacy It has been claimed that Scottish scientists have found This is based on a story B. Clough's Sinhala-Englsih dictionary, p 119. Dr. Pethiyagoda has this to say about attmpts to cultivate Dates in Sr Lanka: This is a fruit plant endemic to Sri lanka. pubescent young parts;leaves alternate, bipinnate compound, large, It is an anti-dandruff shampooing, or to make oil, bees wax, waelmadata (Rubia cordifolia) etc. plantlets, send out shoots and grow. even with relishes and other foods in South Asia. The Tamil name Dharbha, Dharbhai is used for that variety of Eragrostis. thin flakes; young shoots and leaves pubescent ; leaves alternate, crowded at the ends This is the most sought after form of "Parippu" or Dahl. stipules.-, A tall evergreen tree about 40-45 m tall with a straight, trunk buttressed at Plants related to this, e.g., Yoo gaha, Thaelipath (? enables a specialized wasp to enter and pollinate the flower The blue flowers are used in seed are used in cooking. Volume 95, Issues 2-3, December 2004, Pages 311-316, Maha Araththa, Arratta, Gandhanakuli (Clough P153), IUCN red listed. pavala- carkkaraivalli, Seeni-k-kilanku, var-r-aali வற்றாளை. gives us clues about the highly contested migrations of people in ancient times. A. Yapa, 2013, Image of a typical species (Portulaca oleracea), www.researchintouse.com/nrk/RIUinfo/.../R7295_Prosopis_Sri_Lanka.pdf, Reuter report by Lyn Taylor, Mangrove replantataion in Fiji, 2017, Sugarcane species in Sri suitable for various industrial and phramaceutical applications. i.e., there said to be no ash where Camphor is burnt". Reference: Anonymous, Last Update: 2020-03-17 and of these varieties Acacia gum and Acacia Catechu are much used in medicine. 'Quasiqualis' means, in Latin, "What is this? ". There are many varieties of Periwinkle, Place names: It is treated as a weed in Sri Lanka. ), The leaves are used by local people in preparing medicated oils. and a white creamy pulp, with black seeds, as in a is poisonous. It needs cool dry weather. A weedy species of roadsides, disturbed ground and old lands. Phoenix sylvestris (wild date, Indian date palm). The fruits are the most A type of Sweetvetch; small herb with a flower likened (John Seneviratne's book of proverbs). Kandyan Kings disdained it. In the traditional paddy threshing floor, broomstick were made Sinhala medicinal texts. See under. Mattai, The vegetable "carrots" are a subspecies or cultivar of this, known as. 81.517° on the Maenik Ganga, 2006); in the bowels, for treatment of inflammatory bowel disease (Hanai and Sugimoto 2009); and in the colon, for treatment of colon cancer. Not native to Sri lanka, Mint family Lamiaceae, native Larvicidal activity reported in Tamil Nadu studies. In the early 20th century, wild Sunflower, Introduced into Sri Lanka by European invaders. important product. Herbal medicine in South Asia trunk without the intermediary of a flower. Sabskrit name "Benjan", This is a small perennial herb, growing up to about 2m tall. this plant (aug-2011). A stout, spiny, marshy plant with a creeping, spiny rootstock. indicates suburbs around Kalyaana-pura (modern Kelaniya). derived from the supposed It gives cooking salt from the ashes of the roots and branches, food garnish from varieties that yield 7 tons per hectare. It contains eugenol (as also found in cloves). A Sanskrit derived Morphology:A very large tree with a thick, grey bark, spreading branches and The tree had originated in Madagascar, (first specimen is said to be found in 1828), profiting from tobacco sales. It colonizes in grassy land and reduces the production of pasture. Valuabale food with protein content for vegetarians, Vigna unguiculata (cow pea, blackeye pea), Kaaraamani or Karamani Payir or Thatta Payir -. alternate, 1-foliate, variable, ~1.2 cm long, on petioles about a third as the antitumour glyceride, alpha-palmitin. It has poisonous alkaloids. The sensitivity of the plant is not due to existence of a `nervous system', used for chewing, especially in combination with the leaves of Betels. See, kaalajira, Sthulajiraka, (Kalunji in Hindi), This is a spice known from antiquity, identified in tombs of It is a major health hazard to humans, as its pollen is allergenic, and causes dermatitis. It is suspected that it is called "Cheena daemson", Native of West Indes. typically found in Sri lanka's forests, including Sinha Raja. (Red beadtree), Adhatoda vasica, Adhatoda zeylanica, Justicia adhatoda veeleya/vilya (K),Vidyache pan (Marathi), What is the etymology of "Bulath"? capacity to accumulate heavy ions. (prussic aid), denoted by the chemical formula HCN. yuga pathrika (Charles Carter's dictionary p779), bolmaara, bambara wael, bambara wel, bambara vel, bambara vael, If you know the Sinhala name, Tamil name etc., write to chandre.dharma@yahoo.ca, Aquatic plant - Submerged rheophytes; and the Hill-country Tamils (brought in as labour to grow Tea) as two distinct "Kahata-gaha-handiya", and such place names are found in Sri lanka. comes from the fact that it has ten main component herbs (dasa in Sinhala, and Dahsa inSanskrit refer to "ten"). The fruit is eaten raw, consumed as juice or jelly etc. Saaka, Sabarasaara, Kolaphala, bardaru, bhumisah, dwardaru, kharchchada, The sanskrit "Shaaka" → "Thaaka" → "The~kka" in Sinhala, erect or prostrate shrub. Bot. The bark contains a wax composed of a It is a shrub/tree with pale gree Said to be good for worms (Panu gaaya"). mottled and handed with red.-. The plant extract is claimed to contain an anti-HIV agent, calanolide A. "Kapuru daevoo thaena alu naethilu", Said to Quality: brinjal, and his basket to the ninth, just to get permission to Helps reduce Gout symptoms; The Sinhalese version of the to a lion's tail "Kolon-thota" itself refers to the exit point of the flatulence, dyspepsia, dysentery an other diseases. elam, cirr-elam, Elakki. This species is in the 2006 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Tarragon is not found in topical habitats. A soluble, standardized commercial form of Peyava is sold under the name Samahan Also "piyali karanava" is spliting into twos. It is also Haelambaweva(Salampaikulam ) The sinhala 'duru' is derived from the pali-sanskrit. The latex is antibiotic It may also be almost thoneless. Acommon semi-parasitic plant found in branches of large trees. The Biology and Systematics of Ebenaceae: a Review, Wallnofer: The Biology and Systematics of Ebenaceae: a Review, Rain-Forest in Ceylon, John R. Baker, plants, or using extracts, or its essential oils etc. "Temple Trees". ancient Pyramids. and excellent legume-food. Clough's 19th century dictionary lists the name "Thinduka". Read, Tumeric, the golden spice by Prasad and Agarwal in Ch. Seee Arambawela et al., Tha bark contain tannin Gdns, P'deniya. The export of the herb is forbidden in -Woody branches are used as toothbrushes. offered in buddhist temples, votive offerings to gods etc.. the incorrect name <>.Holdina cordifolia fever. as commemorative trees. concentrations, useful in insect pheromone preparation etc. avoid the important clinical tests. A very small hardy shrub with unbranched stems 5 cm long. also has an antiseptic value. Image (courtesy Buckley-plant-ecology lab, used for making traditonal injera flat bread, Beddage and Beedi, Bidi, Kuduberiya, Kadduberiya, Kendu, - The leaf is used to "wrap" tobacco, or by itself, to make, Diospyros malabarica, D. embryopteris, D. glutinosa. Cheese is sometimes flavoured with thyme. for a sheaf of betels, as discussed below. The name Listed in the University of Miami Plant anatomy archive: Kihiriwella (Kathiraveli) The kalu Kala vael and sudu Kala vael are two ashes are used for obesity and weight loss, A straggling shrub, about 3.6m high with long, Quality: 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. morning glory (ipomea family). The name "Una" The oil from the seed was used in wick lamps, unguents, medicines, purges etc. Aquatic herb,Used in Ayurveda for ulcers, Ey diseases. Olu, O~lu, ඕලු i.e., the "O~" sound is long, as in "Orchestra". P162 of Clough's dictionary has an entry on this plant. silky hairs; leaves simple, alternate entire, thickly coriaceous, ~12.5 cm long, Sinhala name not known. Lunuwarana, Lunu warna, Lunu varana, Lunuvarana. and has been of pharmaceutical interest as it Over 500 cultivars of passion fruit are known, but mainly two varieties while `Sylvestris` means "wild". who studied Ceylon orchids. "Tirucalli" is a Malabar-Tamil Nadu name. and used as a herbal tea. The word "murunga" and the hindi "munga" may have a common etymological origin. does NOT seem to have an accepted Sinhala (Visa batu vael ?- as a stuffed-pepper preparation, sometimes battered as in a "Baedun" (tempura). is derived from the Malayalam. Cocos nucifera - Coconut oil (Pol thel), or Palm oil. Hindu poojas (Durga pooja). A serine inhibitor has been extracted from the seeds of varieties. See Entada phaseoloides as well. sweetly aromatic annual plant which may grows to a height of This is an important tree in ancient Indian religions (see under the Tamil name "Alamaram", and "Nyagrodha"). Fruits are liked by the "Konda-kurulla" birds (a type of cardinal). was used in traditional medicine as a weight measure known as, Vang Aepala, Agaladara, Agalaadaara, Adathoda, Atatotai, Adatodai, Adadodai (Malayalam- Adalodakam). This has been mistakenly identified as. Gudha, Nagarika, Nanda, Nistrinsapatra, Patrasnuh. our academic collegues. According to Vogel (1979)kidney injury by mushroom poisoning in animals pre-treated with silymarin can be almost entirely prevented (Vogel 1979). Crinum asiaticum (spider lilly, Grand crinum lilly). Most plants with the"Pinna" name have Kitaembilla, Kithaembilla, Kitembilla, Ketembilla. Psyillum husk, and muscilage are used in "colon cleanser" and obeisity medications. The young shoot is eaten lightly steamed or gently cooked, and contains antioxidants, black spots on skin. purplish.-, Cassia roxburghii (ceylon senna, Red cassia). Moving From Conventional Farming To Organic Farming, Jumping from the Frying pan into the Fire? under Sultan Bawa's, Diospyros condelleana, Disopyros Thwaitesii. The name "sulu-saarana" also exists, and presumably refers to the tapering apex of the leaf in a gesture equivalent to These are weed species that have invaded Sri Lanka, esp. fermented for a month in a barrel. Mahiyapitiya (Mahiyapitti) Tabernaemontana coronaria (Crape Jasmine), Wathu sudda, Watusudda, Watu sudda, Vathu sudda, Vathu-sudda, adukkunandiyavattai, nandi-battai, Nandiar-vattai. Quality: Kathurupila is claimed to be used in the treatment of glandular swellings, see also Phaseolus aureus Roxb., Phaseolus mungo auct. India and Sri lanka. rapid movement of water from cells under a stimulus, exposing sharp thorns that trade centers linking the ancient "middle-east" with the orient via the 60 --90cm tall; Used for reforstation, wood board, production of gums and fibers, and 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. fellow monks in the peaceful tranquility of lush mango groves An Ayurvedic medicinal plant. 6.383°, Longitude. antibacterial, anti-viral, and anti-inflammatory. Karuvalli, This tree is mentioned in the Mahabharatha (Book VIII: Karna Parva, Chapter 30, verse 24) grown by horticulturists (not common in Lanka.). a common shade tree, esp. 2003;41(4):369-72, Clerodendrum serratum: A clinical approach, Bambo is a fast-growing, prennial woody grass. precisely applied. Sci., 2005. Sri Lanka presumably to privent bio-piracy. Cochlosermum gossypium, cochospermum gossypium. Used in healing bones, and as an ointment for dry skin. However, eugenols are also carcinogenic in suitable Katupaelaella tank, etc, are also found in the Uva, north of Katharagama, large number in the upper hilly-grasslands. also in alternative medicine where a decoction of the bark etc. The leaves are used in traditional "pus-kola poth" writing. Antibacterial percaptans have been found in plant extracts. or sucked to quench thirst. Leaves are used to flavour south asian dishes.It is used with coconut Hence papaya leaves are used to These healthy leaves are part of our diet in varying forms. (Coscinium fenestratum )is added to the Pe~ya~va, the preparation becomes bitter but it is claimed 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 There are many species of breadfruit. There is also an "Indian bread grass". "Sudu Handun" is. xanthenes and Shrub may grow to several meters. Nelunweva (Nelukulam), Nelumvila, etc., are typical place names. medicine. and sore throats, mouth, and tongue and even toothaches and measles. -A small Tree with a smooth, pale yellowish-grey bark and rusty; Latin words for mint include menta and moneta. to reduce inflammation. The fruit is said to give strenth and vitality, and the Sanskrit name means "Health giving green". Woody perrenial. A variety of Pathola is used with other Reference: Anonymous, Last Update: 2015-02-23 පෙඳ   පස් පෙඳ, The plant (Rambi) probabaly originated in Java - Indonesia. 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 used for basket weaving, paper making and other crafts. This is probabaly not known in Sri lanka, but may It is Reference: Anonymous, Last Update: 2020-02-27 There is also a variety known as "Gadaa dehi", with a rough skin, boats in the traditional way. The word "veal" in tamil means "thorn" and karuveal virtually There is also a, Echinochloa crus-galli (Cockspur Grass, Barnyard grass). Thampala, The sinhala name is likely to be equivalently "Dampalaa", දම්පලා since the