31 species, three languages, one record each
Know what you are planting before it goes in the ground — its names in Sinhala, Tamil and English, a short profile, and how often it needs care.
Naran Tree (Heen - Naran)
නාරං ගස/ஆரஞ்சு மரம்
The Heen Naran Tree is a popular fruit tree grown in Sri Lanka and many tropical and subtropical regions. It is well known for its fragrant white flowers and small, juicy fruits with a sweet and refreshing flavour. The fruits are rich in vitamin C and are commonly enjoyed fresh or used to make juices and other food products. The tree grows well in warm climates with adequate sunlight and well-drained soil.
Neem Tree
කොහොඹ ගස/வேம்பு மரம்
The Neem Tree is a well-known and valuable tree found throughout Sri Lanka. It is recognized for its medicinal properties, hardy nature, and ability to thrive in dry and warm environments. Its leaves, bark, flowers, and seeds have traditionally been used in Ayurvedic and other herbal practices. The tree also provides shade and contributes to a healthier environment.
Papaya
පැපොල්/பப்பாளி
Papaya is a fast-growing fruit plant that is widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions.
Pomegranate
දෙළුම්/மாதுளை
The pomegranate is a shrub or small tree with glossy leaves and attractive bright red flowers.
Rambutan Tree
රඹුටන් ගස/ரம்புட்டான் மரம்
The Rambutan Tree is a popular tropical fruit tree grown in Sri Lanka and many other tropical regions. It is well known for its attractive, hairy-skinned fruits, which have juicy, sweet and refreshing flesh. The tree grows well in warm, humid climates with adequate sunlight and well-drained soil. Rambutan fruits are commonly enjoyed fresh and are also used to prepare juices, desserts, and other food products.
Star Fruit Tree
කාමරංගා/காமரங்கா மரம்
The Star Fruit Tree is a small to medium-sized evergreen fruit tree that grows well in warm and humid regions.
Sweet Orange Tree
පැණි දොඩම් ගස/இனிப்பு ஆரஞ்சு மரம்
The Sweet Orange Tree is a popular fruit tree grown in Sri Lanka and many tropical and subtropical regions. It is well known for its fragrant white flowers and juicy, sweet fruits rich in vitamin C. The tree grows best in warm climates with adequate sunlight and well-drained soil. Its fruits are widely enjoyed fresh and are also used to make juices and other food products.