Plants grow from seeds, which contain the genetic blueprint for a new organism. Seeds require the right conditions—water, soil, and sunlight—to germinate. As they develop, plants produce oxygen, food, and habitats, sustaining life on Earth.
Rathu Mugunuwanna (Alternanthera versicolor), or Purple Mukunuwenna, is a medicinal herb native to Sri Lanka, valued for its nutritional and healing properties. It thrives in moist soil, growing up to 40cm tall with purple-marked green leaves. Used in Southeast Asian cuisine, it is rich in iron, vitamin A, and fiber. Medicinally, it aids in eye health, anaemia, digestion, fevers, and overall vitality, making it a versatile herb in traditional medicine.
