Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – उद्भिज्जाः सथावराः परॊक्तास तेषां पञ्चैव जातयः

Shloka (श्लोक)

उद्भिज्जाः सथावराः परॊक्तास तेषां पञ्चैव जातयः
वृक्षगुल्म लतावल्ल्यस तवक सारास तृणजातयः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka classifies plant life based on their growth forms.

Translations

English Translation

This verse categorizes plant life into five distinct types: trees, shrubs, climbers, herbs, and grasses. It emphasizes the diverse forms of vegetation present in nature and their roles in ecosystem functioning.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक पौधों के जीवन को पांच अलग-अलग प्रकारों में वर्गीकृत करता है: वृक्ष, झाड़ियाँ, लताओं, जड़ी-बूटियाँ और घास। यह प्रकृति में मौजूद वनस्पति के विभिन्न रूपों और उनके पारिस्थितिकी तंत्र में कार्यों पर जोर देता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is part of a larger discussion on the categorization of living entities and their importance to the ecosystem.

Meaning

The classification highlights the variety of plant life essential for sustaining biodiversity and ecological balance.

Application

Understanding this promotes awareness of conservation efforts and the role plants play in maintaining environmental health.