Located in the tropics, Sri Lanka has an assortment of plant species that has been consumed for generations as herbal treatments. This traditional medicinal system, which is more than 3000 years of used and proven efficacy. It is still in use and generally the first approach for diseases controlled by the locals. These herbs are classified into two groups - ‘heating’ and ‘cooling’, based on the physiological reactions upon consumption. About 1500 species of medicinal plants are used in Sri Lanka and 208 of them are frequently used.
Sri Lanka has long been renowned for its spices & healing herbs. The best known is cinnamon which is native to Sri Lanka. Though, spice products are not profitable like the old days, spices such as Cinnamon, Cardamom, Cloves, Nutmeg, Mace and Black Pepper are still grown and export too. Along with the tropical climate do produce other spices, such as Vanilla, Ginger, Turmeric, Aloe vera, Curry Leaves, Lemon grass, Cocoa etc. You will be guided on an educational tour around the garden, which will give you a broad knowledge on spice and herbs that are growing in Sri Lanka. This is composed of interesting info on natural benefits, healing powers and scientific background of that spice.