This amazing herbal food is also known as purple yam. It’s commonly known as “Raja ala” ( රාජ අල ) in Sri Lanka. ( also “dam ala” / dan dina ala ). It’s a
Since ancient times, paddy farmers, Cart drivers, carpenters, gem miners, masons, blacksmiths, toddy makers (coconut, palm, kitul), hunters, fishermen or whoever, have been accustomed to using “Bulath Wita” as an essential part of people’s
Solanum torvum is a bushy, erect and spiny perennial plant. There are two species that can be used as food. It’s commonly known as “Turkey Berry“. (i). Solanum torvum ( රට තිබ්බටු/ Rata Tibbatu
Ricinus commun is is a very valuable medicinal plant that is widely used in local medicine remedies. Its leaves, flowers, bark, seed and roots are used in medicines. It’s commonly known as castor oil
The passion plant, used as a fruit and food with many properties, has been in use since ancient times. The leaf of this plant is used for the preparation of medicinal meals, Known as
Pandanus amaryllifolius is a tropical plant and it’s widely used in Sri Lanka since ancient times, it is called “rampe” and it is grown almost in every household. It is like a long-standing Sri
Alternanthera sessilis is an aquatic plant known as Mukunuwenna. It is used as a vegetable, especially in Sri Lanka. It is also used in indigenous ayurvedic treatments for many ailments. Leaves and young stems
Kohila is often used in folklore to say that kohila is good for people who quickly get angry. It’s a funny and healthy word in folklore. but, This word implies that it is beneficial
In the kitchen of a housewife, a wide variety of spices are found. Meanwhile, lime is used as a flavouring agent and a drug that can cure many ailments. Regardless of which part of
Goraka has been used in Sri Lankan cuisine since ancient times because of their strong belief in food protection and its healing properties. Goraka is widely used among local people as a spice and