Durva grass: This miraculous legend highlighted the

This miraculous legend highlighted the power of Durva grass as a sacred offering. Ganesha himself declared that without the use of Durva grass, any worship offered to him would be incomplete. He emphasized that Durva grass carries a spiritual potency that surpasses even great yajnas, vratas, and tapas. Habitat: Durva is a warm-season grass that thrives in tropical and subtropical regions. It is often found in open fields, along roadsides, and in gardens. Morphological Features: Appearance: Durva is a perennial, creeping grass with slender stems that can grow up to 30-40 cm in height. Leaves: The leaves are linear, flat, and about 2-8 cm long. They are green to greyish-green in color. Roots: The plant has a robust and fibrous root system. Inflorescence: The inflorescence consists of small ... Among these, durva grass (Cynodon dactylon, often called Bermuda grass) holds a special place in worship of Lord Ganesa. Conversely, this grass is traditionally not offered to goddesses. Durva/ Conch Grass/ Bermuda Grass/ Cynodon dactylon Pers. – Ayurvedic Uses Abstract Cynodon dactylon (L.) Pers., commonly known as Bermuda grass or Durva, is a perennial grass widely revered in Indian culture and extensively used in traditional medicine. It holds great significance in Ayurveda for its healing, cooling and purifying properties. Rich in phytoconstituents, this grass is used to manage a range of ailments, including bleeding disorders, respiratory issues, skin problems and ...