Noni Fruit – Ahivah
Morinda citrifolia, commonly known as the noni fruit or locally in the Maldives as “Ahivah,” stands as a testament to the rich…
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Castor Oil Plant – Aamanaka
Castor Oil Plant (Ricinus communis) in Maldives: A Biodiversity Insight In the beautiful Maldives, you’ll come across the Castor Oil Plant, locally…
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Butterfly Tree – Javvahiru gas
Introduction: In the lively city of Hulhumale, a part of the Maldives capital, there’s a tree known as Javvahiru, or the Butterfly…
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Acca leontopetaloides – Hihthala
Introduction: In the beautiful islands of the Maldives, there’s a special plant known as Hihthala (Tacca leontopetaloides). It’s not just a pretty…
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Small-leaved Orange Mangrove – Kandoo
In Noonu Lhohi and throughout the Maldives, the Kandoo tree is a familiar sight. From my childhood, I remember large Kandoo trees…
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Ash-Coloured Fleabane – Fenkumburuvaani
In the Maldives, we have a common weed known as Fenkumburuvaani and Kambulic in Dhivehi. Its scientific name is Vernonia cinerea, belonging…
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Ipomoea Quamoclit -Thari Maa ތަރިމާ
Thari Maa (Sathaavareemaa): A Celestial Symphony in Noonu Atoll Lhohi’s Biodiversity Introduction: In the tropical embrace of Noonu Atoll Lhohi in the…
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Lime Berry – Kudhilunboa ކުދި ލުނބޯ
Lime Berry, known locally as Kudhilunboa, stands as a symbol of the region’s natural diversity. Many childhood memories revolve around the joy…
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Bullet Wood – Moonima މޫނިމާ
In the tropical canvas of the Maldives, Moonima stands as a botanical gem, gracing gardens with its beauty and aromatic offerings. While…
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Heliotropium arboreum – Boashi
Botanical Description: The Tree Heliotrope, a common sight in the Maldives, is a small to medium-sized tree reaching a height of 3.6…
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