Where have all the flowers gone ? By Oshani Alwis View(s): View(s):The scarlet Erabadu flowers in full bloom during the season of Avurudu are an unmistakable metaphor of the festival. The brilliant scarlet flowers of the true Katu Erabadu originally associated with the Avurudu season is a rare sight these days we are told. Elaborating on this phenomenon, Monica Wickramasinghe, Assistant Director, Gampaha Botanical Garden explained the reasons behind the scarcity of the majestic Katu Erabadu trees. Further the Katu Erabadu leaf is deltoid, rounded and somewhat resembles a ‘Bo leaf.’The Katu Erabadu leaves itself are rich in medicinal value as well.

Source: Sunday Times April 12, 2019 14:37 UTC