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नागपुष्पिका

noun

नागपुष्पिका meaning in English

A type of flowering plant, specifically the snake plant or a plant associated with serpents in traditional Indian botany.

Detailed Explanation

Nāgapuṣpikā is a Sanskrit-derived term used in Indian English and traditional Ayurvedic contexts to refer to specific flowering plants. It is most commonly associated with the Sansevieria (Snake Plant) or sometimes with certain varieties of lilies or orchids that are believed to have a connection to serpents (nāga) in folklore or due to their shape. In classical texts, it may also refer to a specific medicinal herb used in traditional healing practices.

📝 Cultural Context

The term is primarily used in literary, botanical, or Ayurvedic contexts rather than in everyday modern Indian English conversation, where 'Snake Plant' or the scientific name is more common. It carries cultural significance related to the nāga (serpent) symbolism in Indian mythology.

उदाहरण वाक्य

उद्यान में नागपुष्पिका के पौधे बहुत सुंदर लगते हैं।
The Nāgapuṣpikā plants in the garden look very beautiful.
पुरातन ग्रंथों में नागपुष्पिका का चिकित्सीय उपयोग वर्णित है।
The medicinal use of Nāgapuṣpikā is described in ancient texts.