
Hortus Malabaricus
Unveiling the botanical legacy of Kerala
Hortus Malabaricus is a poetic exploration of Kerala’s lost herbal heritage, unfolding the story of a 17th-century manuscript where native wisdom met colonial curiosity. Blending history, memory, and nature, the film journeys through forgotten texts and living voices, reviving the deep-rooted bond between people, plants, and place a timeless legacy etched in leaves and language.
- Year: 1970
- Country: India
- Genre: Documentary, History
- Studio: Good Buy Group of Companies
- Keyword: botanical garden, botanical, ayurveda, colonial history, relaxed, inspirational, embarrassed, excited, informative, herbal heritage, medicinal plants, hortus malabaricus, traditional knowledge
- Director: Ajith Aacharya
- Cast: Dr KP Khalid