GROW PLANTS & GET TO KNOW ABOUT IMPORTANT FEATURES OF THE LIFE OF PLANTS

 

Vrikshayurveda is a branch of science dealing with the medication to the trees. It is a part of Ayurveda (Indian medicine).  According to Vrikshayurveda, Plants are four types,

1. Herbs.  The plants that bear fruits without flowers are called Vanaspati=Herbs.

2. Trees.  The plants that bear fruits after flowering are called Druma=Trees.

3. Creepers.  The plants that develop tendrils are called Lata=Creepers.

4. Shrubs.  The plants that are bushy with many branches are called as Gulma=Shrubs.

Herbs are best grown at Forests where as creepers, shrubs &trees can be grown in Houses.  Like Humans, plants too can see, hear, smell and have the sense of touch states the Vrikshayurveda.  Lets see how it is.

"The creeper moves about the tree trunks, covering it all around.  There is no path for the one without sight.  Hence creeper can see." (This is taken from Maha Bharata-Santi Parva-184.13)

"When covered with incense and smoke (gases) the trees become disease-free and flower (and fructify) aplenty.  Hence they respond to gases." (This is taken from Maha Bharata-Santi Parva-184.14)

"By the sound of wind, fire and lightning, the fruit and flower perish.  Sound is perceived by the ear, hence trees hear."(This is taken from Maha Bharata-Santi Parva-172.12) 

"The heat(rays of the sun) discolours the barks, leaves and flowers of trees.  Since they also fade and perish (due to heat), trees have the sense of touch."(This is taken from Maha Bharata-Santi Parva)

With these information from Vrikshayurveda, It is clear that plants need to be treated well, the results will be no doubt good. It is for benefit of the humans as well as for the environment.

"Farms yield gold if properly managed but lead to poverty if neglected" said Parasara, the sage well versed in the sacred science of Agriculture.

and so did the other sages: "Management of one's Harem may be entrusted to one's father; that of the kitchen to one's mother; cattle to some one equal in status. But farms should be never left to the care of anyone other than oneself."

An agriculturist who looks after the welfare of his cattle, visits his farm daily, has the knowledge of the seasons, is careful about the seeds, and is industrious is rewarded with the harvest of all kinds and never perishes.

Do have your own garden and look after it well and surely you will reap wonderful benefits in every way. I quote Ruskin Bond " Grow something, my friend. Even if it is a potted tomato plant, it will make  a difference to your life." 

GROW PLANTS & GROW IN LIFE

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