VITÓRIA GARDENS COLLECTION

Description: The Mango tree is originally from India. It has not been possible to identify its owner. It was later destroyed during the demolition of the houses. Provided by: Unknown resident Present Location: It was cut down during the demolition of the Quinta da Vitoria neighborhood. Last revision date: March 2016 (I) Numbering in accordance … Continued

Description: The Loquat tree is originated from China and Japan, but its cultivation is very frequent in Portugal. It belonged to a family of Indian origin and was destroyed during the demolition of their house. Its associated uses are unknown. (*) Provided by: Amarchande Otomchande e Puspavantibai Valgi, both Portuguese. The former was born in India … Continued

Description: This plant has its origin in South America. Its cultivation is made in dark areas. For this, it is easily grown indoors. This plant was offered by Ernestina Silva, however due to its own characteristics it could not be transplanted to the garden. (*) Provided by: Judite da Conceição e Ernestina Antónia da Silva, … Continued

Description: This tree, also known as Pipdo (G.) is originated from India. According to Rajnicant, this pipdo came from India. It was planted in the Quinta da Vitoria 30 years ago. He says that they watered the plant every day. In addition, they always prayed to their ancestors. Once a year, during the raksha bandhan … Continued

Description: The peepal or Pipdo (G.) is a tree native of India and it is referred to in Hindu and Buddhist mythologies. Puruisha Manoja says her mother brought this tree from India when she was born, and for the family it represents the god Vishnu. Every day, during sunrise, the mother or the father watered … Continued

Description: This plant, also called Karan (G.) is native of India. It is considered poisonous and highly lethal in case it is ingested. So, its use in public spaces is not recommended. This tree came from Kenya. Its cultivation was made by Usha 15 years ago. Provided by: Mohanlal Premgi e Usha Govind Harji Nathoo, … Continued

Description: The leafy Basil or the Tulasi (G.) is an aromatic, edible plant of the family of Basil and originating in India. It is used in food, for medicinal and religious purposes. The Tulasi is used in the ornamentation of temples. Once a year the Hindus celebrate the Tulsi Vivah, which encompasses the Hindu religious wedding … Continued

Description: Although the cassava root has a determining role in the economy and subsistence of the populations of the African countries, it has its origin in the Amazon region. It was taken to Africa by the Portuguese, where it had a decisive role in the subsistence of slavery, becoming the staple for the slaves in … Continued

Description: Hibiscus or Jasud (G.) is commonly used in Portugal as an ornamental plant. Its flowers are also used in cooking and traditional medicine. The Hindu community uses the flowers and leaves of the Jasud (G.) in religious ceremonies known as pujas, namely as offerings to the gods Ganesh and Kali. The Puja is a … Continued