Pictorial Guide On Selected Controversial Medicinal Plants In Ayurveda Practice

This unique book by Dr. A. P. Anoma Jayasiri introduces readers to a carefully selected collection of rare medicinal plants used in Ayurveda practice many of which grow in Sri Lanka but are little known even among locals. Designed to bridge ancient knowledge and modern awareness, the book highlights the identity, distribution, and unique features of these plants, making them easier to recognize and use for healing.

Each entry includes Sanskrit and scientific names, identification tips, and clear photographs to help in correct identification. It also discusses lesser-known plants, their substitutes, and challenges in naming and usage as found in traditional Ayurveda texts.

Whether you’re a practitioner, researcher, cultivator, or simply curious about natural healing, this book is your key to understanding and identifying some of Ayurveda’s most powerful but overlooked plant allies.