- Dried Indian Almond Leaves, Tropical Almond Leaves, or Catappa Leaves.Kottamba leaves are known in English primarily as Indian Almond leaves or Tropical Almond leaves.Key
- Scientific Name: Terminalia catappa
- Other Common Names: Sea almond, Umbrella tree, Malabar almond, or Beach almond
- Uses: Widely used in aquariums (especially for betta fish) to treat fish diseases, reduce pH, and create a natural environment due to their antibacterial and antifungal properties.
- Appearance: Large, leathery, and shiny green leaves that turn bright red or yellow before fallingThey are the leaves of the Terminalia catappa tree, which is native to Asia and commonly found in coastal areas of Sri Lanka