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Vrikshayurveda

by Avinash Khaire

Book Details

Publisher:Motilal Banarsidass Publishing House
Published:2025-08-01
Pages:740
Format:BOOK
Language:en

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About This Book

Since the evolution of unicellular organisms, the skill of eating for survival has reached different levels, contributing to a happier, healthier, and more peaceful existence for both flora and fauna. In this process, scientific principles have been applied. In the Indian context, the science of human health is known as Ayurveda. The Sanskrit word Ayur means life, and Veda means knowledge or science. Thus, Ayurveda refers to the science of health or the science of life. The Sanskrit word for tre

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This book explores the ancient Indian science of plant life known as Vrikshayurveda, translating this traditional wisdom into practical guidance for modern gardeners and plant enthusiasts. Drawing from centuries-old Sanskrit texts, the work reveals how scientific principles have long been applied to plant health and cultivation, connecting the wellbeing of flora to broader ecological balance. The author clearly explains how this botanical knowledge system complements human Ayurveda, creating a holistic approach to living systems that has evolved over millennia. Readers will discover how these time-tested methods can contribute to healthier plants and more sustainable gardening practices.

What makes this guide particularly valuable is its ability to bridge ancient wisdom with contemporary applications, making esoteric concepts accessible to today's practitioners. The book stands out by focusing specifically on plant health through an Ayurvedic lens, offering distinctive perspectives on everything from soil management to plant nutrition that differ from conventional horticulture. Those interested in organic gardening, sustainable agriculture, or Eastern philosophical approaches to nature will find especially rich material here. By illuminating this lesser-known branch of traditional Indian science, the work provides readers with practical tools for cultivating not just plants, but a deeper connection to the natural world.

Themes

Medical

Subjects

Medical