Arrowroot
Hulankeeriya (Maranta arundinacea)
According to the book Saru Diwiyata Deshiya Ala, the Veddas call this tuberarukka.
It contains protein, vitamins, calcium, and a high content of carbohydrates.
The yams of the arrowroot plant are narrow and white in colour, while the plant grows to about one to two feet in height and has long, dark green leaves.
Saru Diwiyata Deshiya Alamentions many health benefits which can be obtained by consuming arrowroot. Because of its high protein content, doctors recommend the yams for patients who need to consume a lot of protein foods.
Consuming the yam is also beneficial in preventing and alleviating illnesses related to the digestive tract, like indigestion and ulcers. Flour made from these yams is also a nutritious food for patients with heart ailments.
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