Herbal & Spice Gardens


Medicinal Plant Garden at Ganewatha Sri Lanka.

The biggest herbal and spice garden in South Asia.


Ganewatte Medicinal Plant Gardens (GMPG) is situated in the North Eastern Province about 15 miles away from Kurunegala. Being located in the intermediate zone, it offers an ideal site for cultivating a large number of medicinal plants. The garden is 52 acres in extent. About half of the land is occupied by a coconut cultivation. The medicinal plants grown are mostly arboreal.


  









A spice is a dried seed, fruit, root, bark or vegetative substance used as a food additive for the purpose of flavoring, and sometimes as a preservative by killing or preventing the growth of harmful bacteria in food. Many of these spices are also used for other purposes such as medicine, cosmetics, perfumery or as religious rituals. For example, turmeric is used as a preservative; licorice as a medicine Some times they are also being referred to by different terms. Spices in spice gardens of Sri Lanka can be distinguished from herbs, which are leafy, green plant parts used for flavoring purposes. Herbs, such as oregano, basil can be used fresh. Spices in spice gardens of Sri Lanka however, are dried and often ground or grated into a powder. Small seeds, such as fennel and mustard seeds, are used both whole and in powder form.


  



Sri Lanka is world renowned for its valued spices and healing herbs. Our lush spice and herbal gardens feature many important herbs such as Sandalwood, Margosa, Cocoa, Citronella, Almond, Jasmine and Coconut. When visiting us, make the most of the chance to experience first-hand how cloves, pepper, ginger, nutmeg, cinnamon and saffron are grown in their natural surroundings. 

At Medicinal Plant Garden Ganewatha, you can learn of their medicinal healing properties and how to use them in your day to day needs. Used worldwide in many medicines, the healing powers of spices have been respected from the time of the Pharaohs and Chinese Dynasties, while our herbs are used in Ayurvedic concoctions. 

Under the Department of National Botanic Gardens and we work with all the major Travel Agents and Tour Operators. So when you visit Sri Lanka, take a trip to Kurunegala and experience a truly Sri Lankan garden that teaches you of all the benefits of natural herbs and spices. We invite you to stay close to nature and discover the amazing world of spices and herbs with us.

The Garden aims to instill and nurture an awareness of the natural environment, and the importance of plants in a spectacular and easily accessible setting, to offer all our visitors a truly unforgettable experience!






Design Concept

The key objective is to create awareness of the natural environment and the importance of plants. Inspired by the intrinsic beauty of the original site, the design is very much "site generated". Preservation of the indigenous flora together with maintaining the original topography is crucial to achieving this purpose.

Shop/Sale Centre

  • The Spice Garden has a sales centre/shop for sales of spices/herbal/cosmetics products.
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  • Ayurvedic products on sale are certified by Department of Ayurvedic.
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  • Shop is designed to be attractive and blend with the theme.
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  • The space of the shop is adequate and well ventilated.
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  • All products are neatly arranged and attractively displayed on racks.
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  • All products should be price marked and guaranteed for quality and authenticity
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  • Adequate seating facilities are provided inside or adjoining the shop.
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  • The shop do not stock, display and sell any articles prohibited by the law.
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