Medicinal Plants Use for Home Remedies in Sri Lanka: A Review
December 2021
in “
International journal of minor fruits, medicinal and aromatic plants
”
TLDR The document concludes that in Sri Lanka, 25 common plants are traditionally used as home remedies for various health issues due to their medicinal properties.
The document provides a comprehensive review of the use of medicinal plants in Sri Lanka for home remedies, detailing the traditional applications and phytochemical properties of a variety of species. It identifies 25 common plants used to treat a wide range of health issues, including stomach pain, diabetes, fever, asthma, and skin diseases, and highlights their antioxidant, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and anti-cancer properties. Specific plants such as aloe vera are noted for their benefits in preventing hair loss and curing baldness, while others like Garcinia zeylanica and Ixora coccinea are discussed for their use in weight loss, joint pain, hepatic disorders, and infections. The review emphasizes the rich tradition of natural remedies in Sri Lanka, with each plant's applications, parts used, and active compounds thoroughly detailed.
