Sunflower seeds are technically the fruits of the sunflower plant (Helianthus annuus). The seeds are harvested from the plantâ??s large flower heads, which can measure more than 12 inches (30.5cm) in diameter. A single sunflower head may contain up to 2,000 seeds.
There are two main types of sunflower crops. One type is grown for the seeds you eat, while the other â?? which is the majority farmed â?? is grown for the oil.
The sunflower seeds you eat are encased in inedible black-and-white striped shells, also called hulls. Those used for extracting sunflower oil have solid black shells. Sunflower seeds have a mild, nutty flavor and a firm but tender texture. Theyâ??re often roasted to enhance the flavor, though you can also buy them raw. Studies found that consumption of seeds â?? including sunflower seeds â?? was linked to lower rates of cardiovascular disease, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure. Sunflower seeds are a source of many vitamins and minerals that can support your immune system and increase your ability to fight off viruses.
Peat pellets are little disks of dehydrated peat that are held together by a biodegradable fine mesh netting. All you have to do is add water to rehydrate the soil and the pellets expand to create a self-contained pot.
Coriander is a spice produced from the round, tan-colored seeds of the coriander plant. Coriander plant is a member of the parsley (Apiaceae) family. Coriander grows as a native plant around the world, specially in Sri Lanka. Coriander has several health benefits, it aids in fighting infections, rich in
antioxidants, improves heart and brain health.
When coriander flowers, it produces white flowers, with a hint of purple, and the round, light brown
seeds. FORMS : WHOLE/POWDER
Cumin (Cuminum cyminum) comes from a small flowering herbaceous plant from the Apiaceae or Umbelliferae family, which also includes parsley, fennel and hemlock. The plant, which grows about 1 to 2 feet tall, is actually native to the Middle-East Asian region, but is now grown all over the world.
The aromatic seeds are the part of the plant that's most widely utilized. These cumin "seeds," which are actually the plant's small dried fruits, look very similar to caraway seeds. They're yellow-brown, oblong-shaped and longitudinally ridged. Cumin powder is made from these seeds.
You can actually use both whole and ground cumin seeds, which are both available all year round, for
culinary purposes. FORMS : WHOLE/POWDER
Our premium quality Ceylon fenugreek seeds are used as a spice, supplement as well as a flavoring agent. Cooking with Fenugreek seeds is mainly accustomed to Sri Lankan and Indian kitchens while many other countries are also trying to adapt due to the many health benefits the spice has to offer.
Mainly used in preparing dhal curry, potato curry, vegetable dishes, and even pickles, fenugreek seeds can be used as whole or in powder form depending on what you are cooking. The flavor of our Ceylon fenugreek gives you a bitter-sweet mix with a hint of maple. You have to however use this spice with
caution and not add too much so that the dish is well balanced and does not end up being bitter. Dry roasting fenugreek brings out a sweet aromatic flavor as well. Many of the health benefits of fenugreek
include digestive problems, diabetes, obesity, ulcers, menopause, etc
Mustard seeds have been highly prized culinary oil-seeds being in use since earlier times. The seeds
are fruit pods obtained from the mustard plant, in the Brassica family.
Mustard are native to Asia Minor, but these days cultivated as one of the main commercial crop in
Canada, India, China, and temperate climates of the European region.
Black mustard seeds are a common ingredient in Indian cooking. They are often kept whole and fried
(or toasted) before adding to a dish or including in a stir-fry along with other aromatic ingredients.
White mustard seeds can be toasted to add to dishes or used for pickling. Mustard seeds can be
ground to make homemade mustard condiments.
Place the Seeding Disk in a tray and water gently with lukewarm water to expand the Seeding Disk. The coco substrate will be kept in shape by the thin net. Pour off all excess water carefully.
The seedling hole is on the top of the pellet, add one or more seeds and cover lightly with the substrate of the pellet. Seedlings or cuttings should be planted by using a dibble.
Place them in a bright and warm location such as on the windowsill. As soon as the seed has germinated lift the cover. Keep the coir pellets moist during germination, but avoid moisture build-up as this could rot the roots.
When the roots are growing through the net, transplant the Seeding Disk into a larger container or directly in the garden. Water in advance.
Please do not try to separate the net this will damage the roots. This net is a biodegradable net.
The dry fruits are known as coriander seeds. The word "coriander" in food preparation may refer solely to these seeds (as a spice), rather than to the plant. The seeds have a lemony citrus flavour when crushed, due to terpenes linalool and pinene. It is described as warm, nutty, spicy, and orange-flavoured.
Sesame seeds contain magnesium and other nutrients. Sesame seeds have been shown to prevent diabetes, and it can also improve plasma glucose in hypersensitive diabetics. The high copper content in sesame seeds prevents and relieves arthritis, and strengthens bones, joints and blood vessels.
Whole sesame seeds are high protein, essential fatty acids and fibre. They can be sprinkled onto salads, warm vegetables and meat or stirred into soups, stir fries and stews. They can also be incorporated into baking, adding a crunchy texture to loaves and buns. Whole sesame seeds have a higher mineral content than typical, hulled sesame seeds.
Whole sesame seeds can also be whizzed up in a blender to make dark tahini, which has a more nutty taste than typical light tahini. If you\'re a fan of spreads such as Tahini and Hummus, you\'ll love the taste and nutrition that fresh-ground sesame seeds provide.
we bring you pure black sesame seeds from sri lanka and we guarantee the quality and richness of our black sesame seeds harvested from fruitful agricultural lands in tropical island sri lanka.
Pepper is the most widely used spice in the world and is known as the King of Spices.
Ceylon pepper's high Piperine content gives it a superior quality and pungency and also its strong aroma and flavor, making it a significant player
in the global spice market.
Black Pepper is a rich source of antioxidants. These antioxidants work to fight free radicals which are molecules generated both outsides and inside our body.
Piperine in Black Pepper helps reduce cholesterol uptake, and reduces the levels of bad cholesterol (LDL - Low-density lipoprotein) while simultaneously
increasing the levels of good cholesterol (HDL- High-density lipoprotein
FrescoV Jack Seeds in Brine are made from carefully selected mature Sri Lankan jackfruit seeds. The seeds are hygienically processed, cooked, and preserved in brine to maintain their natural taste, texture, and nutritional value. Ready to cook and convenient for home, restaurant, and industrial food applications.
Our product is manufactured under strict quality standards using premium raw materials. It is free from artificial colours and preservatives, making it a healthy and authentic choice for international markets.
Product Features:
Premium Export Quality
100% Natural & Vegan
Carefully Selected Jack Seeds
Cooked & Preserved in Brine
Ready to Cook
No Artificial Colours or Preservatives
Rich in Protein & Dietary Fiber
Hygienically Processed
Authentic Sri Lankan Product
It may lower blood pressure, improve breathing and aid weight loss.
Cardamom may help fight tumors, improve anxiety, fight bacteria and protect the liver...
The Menerie seed that is only inherent to the Island of Lanka is a perfect exfoliating agent alongside the calming benefits of Sweet Orange that is a unique blend of health and heritage.
Enjoy the tranquil orchestrations administered through the faultless symphony created by the ultimate blend of French Clay and Chia seeds that renders a smoothness upon your skin unlike any other.
Pepper is known as the King of Spice is the dried fruit of the pepper vine. White pepper consists of the seed of the pepper plant alone, with the darker-colored skin of the pepper fruit removed.
Grades : 500 - 550gl for black pepper
Forms : Seeds, Powder
Fiber / Gardening Range / Coco Peat Disk
A Coco Peat Disk is a compressed, biodegradable growing medium made from 100% natural coco peat (coconut coir). These disks expand when water is added, providing a nutrient-rich, well-aerated, and moisture-retentive environment for seed germination, plant growth, and hydroponics.
Benefits
High Water Retention: Holds moisture efficiently, ensuring consistent hydration for plant roots.
Excellent Aeration: Prevents root suffocation and promotes healthy plant growth.
100% Organic & Biodegradable: Free from chemicals, making it safe for the environment.
pH Balanced & Nutrient-Rich: Ideal for seed germination and plant development.
Easy to Use & Mess-Free: Simply add water, and the disk expands into a ready-to-use growing medium.
uses
Seed Germination: Ideal for starting seeds and root cuttings.
Hydroponic Cultivation: Works well in soilless farming systems.
Potting & Transplanting: Provides a lightweight, fertile base for potted plants.
Commercial Greenhouses & Nurseries: Used for large-scale plant propagation.
Nutmeg is the seed or ground spice of several species of the genus Myristica. Myristica fragrans is a dark-leaved evergreen tree cultivated for two spices derived from its fruit: nutmeg, from its seed, and mace, from the seed covering.
Nutmeg is the seed or ground spice of several species of the genus Myristica. Myristica fragrans is a dark-leaved evergreen tree cultivated for two spices derived from its fruit: nutmeg, from its seed, and mace, from the seed covering.
Nutmeg is the seed or ground spice of several species of the genus Myristica. Myristica fragrans is a dark-leaved evergreen tree cultivated for two spices derived from its fruit: nutmeg, from its seed, and mace, from the seed covering.
The usage of Tamarind is similar to Garcinia but Tamarind is not consumed by industrial market as Garcinia is used by Nutraceutical Industries. This is available Black and Gold / bright brown in colors with or without seeds. Tamarind seeds are also available.
Sesame oil is a cooking oil made from sesame seeds that's popular in Asian cooking. There are a few varieties made with pressed plain seeds or toasted seeds, and they are used in different ways in Chinese, Japanese, South Indian, and Middle Eastern cuisine. Light sesame oil is typically used as a neutral cooking oil, while toasted sesame oil is used as a flavoring in sauces, soups, and other dishes.
Toasted sesame oil is also known as dark, black, or Asian sesame oil. The light brown to dark reddish-brown oil is made with toasted sesame seeds and has a strong aroma and flavor. A little goes a long way; sesame oil is often used as a finishing oil, adding nutty, toasty flavor to a hot or cold dish.
Typically, the darker the toasted sesame oil, the stronger the flavor. Light sesame oil, also called white or plain sesame oil, is light in color. It's made using raw sesame seeds, resulting in high-heat, low-flavor oil.
Nutmeg and mace are the dried products of the same tree myristica fragrance, houtt. Nutmug is the mature dried seed and mace is the dried aril, a net like out growth from the base of the seed. Srilanka nutmeg is exported in both shelled and unshelled forms. Nutmeg whole/unshelled in brown nut colour as mace in two colours of red/yellow.
We have a wide range of fruit powders such as avacado powder, banana powder, green banana powder, mango powder, pineapple powder, lime fruit powder, sour sop powder, papaya powder, green papaya powder, papaya seed powder, casava flour, orange peel powder, jack fruit seed powder, mangosteen powder etc.
Coriander is a herb commonly used to flavor international cuisines. Almost every part of the plant are eatable, but the fresh leaves and the dried seeds are the parts most traditionally used in cooking.
Sri Lankan produced coriander carries goodwill for its quality and freshness and has attracted many international consumers to this spice island.
Fennel was highly valued in the ancient world by Romans, Greeks, Egyptians, Chinese, Indians and Sri Lankans for its value as a carminative, expectorant, and as a talisman used in various rituals. Fennel is a food plant that can be eaten as a vegetable, is prized as a tasty aromatic spice for a variety of
Ayurvedic and Mediterranean dishes, and is used as a flavoring in various liqueurs such as gin and
absinthe. Due to fennel's gentle nature, it is used to support digestion in infants and children, and can be given to nursing mothers.
Best use of fennel seeds, dried seed (fruit) as a spice (whole or powdered), tea, tincture, or powdered and encapsulated fresh above ground parts as a cooked vegetable or in salads fresh seed (fruit)
distilled as an essential oil or can be made into a tincture. FORMS : POWDER/WHOLE
Cardamom comes from the seeds of several different plants that belong to the same family as ginger.
It has a distinctive flavor that complements both sweet and savory dishes. People may use cardamom seeds and pods in curries, desserts, and meat dishes, as well as in beverages, such as coffee and chai tea.Cardamom pods are spindle-shaped and have a triangular cross-section. The pods contain a number of seeds, which are small and black, while the pods differ in colour and size by
species. Cardamom is generally available in the form of whole fruit as a primary product, in-ground form as secondary processed products and also in the form of extractions of oil and oleoresin as value-added products. In Sri Lanka the light green cardamom variety (Elettaria cardamomom) is found, which is one of the most expensive spices by weight and referred to as Ceylon Cardamon.
Dragon fruit is a tropical fruit that's low in calories and high in fiber and antioxidants. Some people say it tastes like a cross between a pear and a kiwi. You can slice and eat the fruit as-is, try it with yogurt, or add
it to a smoothie or salad.
The plant is native to southern Mexico and Central America. Today, it is grown all over the world.
It goes by many names, including pitaya, pitahaya, and strawberry pear. The two most common types have bright red skin with green scales that resemble a dragon hence the name.
The most widely available variety has white pulp with black seeds, though a less common type with red pulp
and black seeds exist as well.
Another variety referred to as yellow dragon fruit has yellow skin and white pulp with black seeds.
Pistachio, (Pistacia vera) is, a small tree of the cashew family (Anacardiaceae), and its edible seeds, are grown in dry lands in warm or temperate climates. While the pistachio tree is believed to be indigenous to Iran. It is widely cultivated from Afghanistan to the Mediterranean region and in California.
The seed kernels can be eaten fresh or roasted and are commonly used in a variety of desserts, including baklava, halvah, and ice cream. They are also used for yellowish-green coloring in confections. The seeds are high in protein, fat, dietary fiber, and vitamin B6. Pistachios are bursting with fiber, minerals, and unsaturated fat that can help keep your blood sugar,
blood pressure, and cholesterol in check. Their fiber and protein can make you feel fuller for longer. This fiber can also have a positive effect on your gut by aiding "good" bacteria.
Nutmeg, Myristica fragrance, is a tropical evergreen tree in the family Myristicaceae grown for its seeds which are used as spices.
Nutmeg and Mace are two separate spices derived from the fruit of tree Myristica fragrans. The seed is shiny dark brown and oval in shape.
Nutmeg is a rich source of antioxidants, which help protect against the signs of aging and serious conditions such as cancer, heart disease, and liver disease and also has been shown to have antibacterial effects against potentially harmful strains of bacteria.
Jackfruit, (Artocarpus heterophyllus), evergreen tree (family Moraceae) native to tropical Asia and widely grown throughout the wetland tropics for its large fruits and durable wood. The greenish unripe fruit is cooked as a vegetable, and the brown ripened fruit is eaten fresh for the sweetly acid but insipid pulp surrounding the seeds. The seeds are cooked and eaten locally. Jackfruit is considered a staple food crop in Sri Lanka and other areas in South and Southeast Asia. Canned or processed jackfruit has gained popularity as a meat substitute in some places.
Cardamom powder) from the spice section, it won’t be as flavorful since the essential oils of the cardamom seed will lose their flavour relatively quickly after the seeds are ground. It is grown in tropical areas including India, Malaysia, and Costa Rica
Product Name Cardamom
Specification
Cultivation Type Common & Organic
Form Fresh & Dry
Qnty 1X20' FCL > & 1X40' FCL >
Shipment Terms FOB / CIF / DDP / CRF
Payment Termes L/C , D/P , D/A , O/A
Orgin Port Colombo SriLanka
Packaging Terms 25 kg Bags Standard
