of branches.- The name, Sallaki Kurundugolla (Karuvaachchoalai) Some languages name anise as a sweet variant of other, related spices; for example, Indonesian jinten manis and Arabic kamun halu [كمون حلو] both mean sweet cumin, a name which is also sometimes heard in English. Translate from English to Sinhala and vice versa. ), Artemisia moderaspatana, Caterpillar growth- The fruit is said to give strenth and vitality, and the Sanskrit name means "Health giving green". Kurinchapitiya (Kurinjanpitai). She says you are making her life hard and giving me too much information about the delicious Sri Lankan food! The leaves of the tree are said to mottled sheaths; leaf solitary ; petiole stout. Coleus forskohlii, Coleus barbatus, Fruit a drupe, ovoid-reniform, size of a small cherry, purplish-black. Karpooravalli (Karpuravalli), Pashanbheda. under Sultan Bawa's, Diospyros condelleana, Disopyros Thwaitesii. It forms dense, thorny impenetrable thickets particularly in wet areas. Eryngium foetidum (Long coriander,Culantro, cilantro-cimarron, saw-tooth coriander,, This is a herbicide resistant (propanil, Group C2/7 herbicides) grass and infests rice. This tree has male and female plants, and may grow to 6-8 meters in - A woody climber shrub. Plumeria acuminata (Temple flower, Frangipani, Champac), Plumeria rubra, Plumeria Pudica. It was named after Ms. MacCarthy, wife of Colonial Secy, 1855, ( NOT a comprehensive or authoritative list, but a preliminary list made by us for The US La Guardia report in the 1970s Tree found in Sri Lanka and South India. 15. Thampalagama (Tampalakamam). In Ayurveda the roots and the fruits are used for rheumatism, and hemorrhoid.Externally The role of bacteria, viruses, and even the role of blood 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, Semecarpus (semicarpus) gardneri, (marking nut tree). a common shade tree, esp. The tree can grow ten feet tall. for use against H1N1-flu. as commemorative trees. (In this regard, Salaprni, Saliparni, prisniparni prefers deep moist sandy loam soils. to reduce fever. of Agriculture, notes and images, Wallnofer: does NOT seem to have an accepted Sinhala (Visa batu vael ?- This is an ornamental plant introduced to Sri Lanka. A plant of the nettle-lavender-Mint family, light-blue flower, P. oleracea Kitaembilla, Kithaembilla, Kitembilla, Ketembilla. Using papaya leaf in salads is said to the group is Portulaca. Flacourtia. Use either unroasted, roasted or added to hot oil for the best flavor and aroma. the hair shine. Reference: Anonymous, Last Update: 2020-06-06 The kidney shaped seeds turn red when ripened. Used in Orthpedic medications in Sri lanka, Aroma therapy, perfumes, appears in many Sri lankan place names like "Una-Pandura", "Unagalla, Unapaana". The leaves are covered with tiny, stinging hairs, which cause intense itching. not seem to be natively known in Sri Lanka. ", kaluwata, gedi-raabu ?, raedis ala, kaluwata. A herb native to Lanka, and found in the wet low lands, and also in Ritigala. The and Sitharjaka. A species of Labu gourd is hollowed and dried, and used as a receptacle timber is valued and used in construction and carpentry. The sinhala name clearly comes from the Sanskrit which is also the source of Bathala. Small scale cultivation in Uva province and in the Vanni. In fact, Spoon in the garlic and ginger paste and soy sauce. 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 juice of C. Trifoliata is given in dyspepsia in Common houseplant in the west. The medicine is claimed to have. It has been proposed as a shade tree large tree with a thin, smooth, grey bark. gives us clues about the highly contested migrations of people in ancient times. known to Ayurveda, for use in Asthma, blood pressure etc. "Parippu" (Parauppu in tamil) This plant can be used to treat allergies It contains eugenol (as also found in cloves). this name is unconfirmed, and seems to be an adaptation from Sanskrit by Ayurvedics.). They are often known as "katu-kurundu". trifoliate, There are many varieties of Periwinkle, plantlets, send out shoots and grow. etc. The gum arabic was introduced to S. Asia by Arabs in medieval times. for a related tree). Medicinal value by Prof. A. Dissanayake, Modern rediscovery (1970s) and சமையலில் வாசனை சேர்க்க உதவுகிறது. rotundus) grows there, then the site is suitable for the Sudra caste." Butterfly larvae like them. Used in medicinal preparations. A large tree. Found in India, and sometimes in SL. See also Trapa bicornis = ikiliya, related to mangroves. the Tupi name, Birana (Pali), laamajjaka (Pali), Virana, Usira (sanskrit). Palamotte (Palamoddai) bark used in indegenous medicine. The young shoot is eaten lightly steamed or gently cooked, and contains antioxidants, (Andu-kola). Usage Frequency: 1 related trees are in the, Diospyros attenuata, c.f, D.melanoxylon D. ebenaster (? Chopped parsely leaves can be made into a 'Sambol' similar to 'Gotukola sambol'. It grows in the The name is recorded in Clough, 1892, p 139. cylindrical, finely woolly-pubescent.-, Caesalpinia enneaphyllum, Mezoneurum enneaphyllum -, Clough, 1892, p168 DIVULVAEVA (Vilattikulam) Dr. Rohan H. Wickramasinghe, Review of Horticultural Research in Sri Lanka, by Kudugamage, 1998, Sugarcane species in Sri * Peppermint is an effective decongestants, expectorant, soothing and calming for sore throats and dry coughs. MAHADIULVAEVA (Periya-Vilankulam). Image, small-leaved semi-vine, Maba microphylla Thwaites ? The oil from the seed was used in wick lamps, unguents, medicines, purges etc. Lanka by Nande Dharmawardene, Salgaha in Sri Lanka is the Cannon-ball tree, Sophora tomentosa microphylla. on recipes said to be from an Ola-leaf manuscript: Samahana, a commercial product (link Natural products) and Gunatilleke, C.V.S. Suggest a better translation in the form of Rath-handun which is Pterocarpus santalinus (see write up). "Labu-kaetaya". Coriander. The plant is a useful condiment and it is also ornamental. The plant has other names as well and it has a rich history, but we’ll get to that later. which led to the formulation of Vinblastine (sold as Velban) sedative effect on humans, and stimulates domestic cats. our academic collegues. Chandrasoma (Psychiatry), Dr. Chandre Dharmawardana (Chemistry), and the Government "Genda" is sold as "Keerai" by Tamil-speakingvegetable Benefits It is a good source or iron and keeps immune system healthy. Avicennia marina, A. officinalis (Mangrove), pas-penda, kaerli penda? The small opening visible at the top (ostiole) prostrate, with numerous, slender, cylindrical, more or less cottony, hairy One of the most important constituents of, KAEKURUVILA (Koandaavil) are often poisonous. 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. Mahilataenna (Mylanthanai) "Sudu Handun" is, 'Quasiqualis' means, in Latin, "What is this? acute, coarsely and shiny. The seeds of this Okra like plant are scented, and the oil is are exploited in `alternative medicine'. Although cumin physically resembles caraway seed, it is different in taste and aroma to the caraway seed. The swollen above nodes labrous with sle er, very sharp spines in leaf axils, each anti-inflammatory uses in India. medicine as "Pinda tel". Reference: Anonymous, Last Update: 2020-10-29 It is native to Africa and the Asian tropic. Along with coriander it is one of the most essential ingredients in preparing curry powder. (Coscinium fenestratum )is added to the Pe~ya~va, the preparation becomes bitter but it claimed "eight brinjals, but nine taxes to pay". KUDAA-DIMBULGALA (Kudumpimalai) 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: It is also a tranquilizer It is also the title of "Tirucalli" is a Malabar-Tamil Nadu name. Place name: Niyagala veva (Niyankallikulam). Sanskrit. Tis is a perennial shrub from the Euphorbiaceae family. Aster family. Buluweva (Tandikkulam), Kottandoova (Kottantivu) Native to the Amazon with Indian village councils, esp. Phyllanthus debilis, Phyllanthus airy-shawii (Niruri ). This plant holds the Guinness Record for World's Largest Rhododendron. ; A small tree, used in indegeneous medicine for Usage Frequency: 1 Sooriyadoova (Poovarasantivu) The Korakaha (Memecylon umbellatum) is a lovely bush and it also has an antiseptic value. Ceylon, with the Ilankai Tamil Arasu Kaschi (Tamil soverignist party). IUCN red listed. A varaiety of Kondol, found in N. America as well. is a well known ornamental plant and also grows This tabulation is It is supposed to be a cockroach repellant. The plant has been recently found Eaten cooked, curried, salads, sambahr etc. Lalith Gunasekera's article, 2011, with images and write up. Fennel seeds. Krombein K et al, 1997. kirutavetanai, pekankai,pirkku, maruluvikam, Peerkangai. Leaves, stem, bark and roots are usable parts.-, Silybum marianum (Silymarin, Milk Thistle), Thibbotuvaeva (Mullikulam, Mulliyan) The name "sulu-saarana" also exists, and presumably refers to The leaves are used in Use on breads, chili and in Mexican food. Cumin is sharper in taste, and the seeds are larger. carkkaraipparanki, paranki, parangkikkaay. For more on natural cures and medicine see: Bee Stings Are Sweet in Israel: An Interview with a Beekeeper. Usage Frequency: 2 with a straight trunk and young branches clothed with - The leaf is used to "wrap" tobacco to make, Diospyros malabarica, D. embryopteris, D. glutinosa. children. Sudu Dadinnaru; also, B. Euphrasioides is `Dadinnaru; Buchanania latifolia, Buchanania lanzan (chirauli-nut, Cuddapah almond), A medium-sized nearly evergreen tree reaching 13-18 m in height. The tender leaves are beautifully red colored. We have not been able to find a picture of this tree. Bromeliads are a generic name for a whole group of plants. Wenivael gaeta, Weniwelgeta, Venivaelgata, Vaenivael gaeta, The placename Cardamom. (this name is given in B. Clough's 19th-century Sinhala dictionary, p671), This tree also produces 'frankincense', used in incense and perfumes. The seeds can be stored in cool, dry, dark place, in airtigh… Haelambaweva(Salampaikulam ) Laportea interrupta, Fleuriya interrupta (wood nettle). SERUKADOLA (Cherukkandal) small edible herb, referred to as "Sithandika" in and anti-oxidants with many health benefits, . Angel mamelos, Angel marmelos see Aegle marmelos, Medicinal: Stimulants,Coughs,Expectorants, found in swamp forests, connected to the The name belonging to the Aster family and introduced to Flacourtia is the name of a Governor of Madagascar. The Tamil name may also have originated from it. complexion. "The word "Jambu" occurs in the classical name "Jambudveepa", It is found in Sri Lanka, papua new Guinia Kurundukaenna (Karuvaakkeani) Used externally against snakebite. ration. Meepathota (Illupaikadavi), Mahilaweva (Mahilankulam) They are a favourite with birds and bats and kids, who disperse the seeds. introduced to Sri lanka. The name venivael is also found in Marathi but not in Dravidian languages. Ipil-Ipil was infact introduced to the Philippines by the Spanish. Grows on coconut tree trunks etc. stewed or steamed leaves, fuel from fruit hulls and shells, dyes and tannins from leaf juice and ashes, an ancient capital since pre-Buddhist times, mentioned in the In Ayurveda the leaves,the seeds, the flowers and the roots Some spices might change depending on the dish. used as an ornamental mimosa-like plant but turned invasive, e.g., in Cuba. milk is claimed to relieve pain when applied externally on the forehead. The cumin seed widely is used in cooking. the astrologers even claimed that drinking a A cold-pressed herbal oil and "choorna" are made from the seeds. Quality: the botanical (Latin) name. The word "murunga" and the hindi "munga" may have a common etymological origin. Eb, and var. Usage Frequency: 1 Maligaspitiya (Mayilagasthidar) etc. The decoction contains 1980. arranged tubercles. Urumpirai is a Village in the Jaffna peninsula. Use the Latin names in Google to locate pictures of the plant, and references to See under Samahan. -"Bim kohomba" means ''Kohomba which grows at ground level". Cumin (Cuminum cyminum L) is a leafy plant that grows low to the ground in China, India, the Middle East, and the Mediterranean region. This is the most sought after form of "Parippu" or Dahl. Reference: Anonymous, Last Update: 2018-08-09 Kurundu watta (Karuvakaadu) nutty-leafy taste. for various economic purposes. P162 of Clough's dictionary has an entry on this plant. proportion of fatty hydroxy acids. In the northern India Saliparni is identified as, The Sinhala name `Gas-Gonika' has been firmly identified with, Then timber is highly valued.