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.
Director: Ajith Aacharya
Genre: Documentary, History
Runtime: 16 min
Cast
- Dr KP Khalid - Dr KP Khalid- Story Teller
Production: Good Buy Group of Companies
Country: India
Language: English, Malayalam
Budget: $9,372
Original Language: en
Keywords
botanical garden, botanical, ayurveda, colonial history, relaxed, inspirational, embarrassed, excited, informative, herbal heritage, medicinal plants, hortus malabaricus, traditional knowledge
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Hortus Malabaricus about?
- 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.
- Who directed Hortus Malabaricus?
- Hortus Malabaricus was directed by Ajith Aacharya.
- Who stars in Hortus Malabaricus?
- Hortus Malabaricus stars Dr KP Khalid.
- How long is Hortus Malabaricus?
- Hortus Malabaricus has a runtime of 16m (16 minutes).
- What genre is Hortus Malabaricus?
- Hortus Malabaricus is a Documentary, History film.
- What is the budget of Hortus Malabaricus?
- Hortus Malabaricus had a budget of $9,372.
- Where was Hortus Malabaricus produced?
- Hortus Malabaricus was produced in India.