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Vetiver (Kush कुश): A fragrant grass of nature with religious and medicinal value

Image source: Vetiver - Chrysopogon zizanioides - Health Benefits Vetiver, locally known as kush or khus, is a fragrant perennial grass (Chrysopogon zizanioides L.). It belongs to the grass family Poaceae and is valued for its aromatic roots, soil-conserving ability, traditional medicinal uses, and cultural importance in South Asia. Vetiver is also known by the …

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Macro Monday: Look closely around you

Look closely around you in nature where you will find small things which are fascinating but often overlooked (Shot on my Redmi Note 8) Hibiscus: One of the fascinating flowers with amazing details of color and structure Bee covered all in pollen helping in sunflower pollination Common swallowtail butterfly: Another useful pollinator Close up of …

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Sowing Hope in the Mud: The Magic of Nepal’s Dhan Diwas (Paddy Planting Day)

Rice planting day in Nepal (Photo source: basobaas.com) Every year, during start of monsoon as the dark clouds roll across the skies of Nepal and the earth drenches in fresh rain, a unique natural transformation takes place. The peaceful, terraced hillsides areas turn into lively fields paddy along with song, dance, and community spirit. This …

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