Agnihotra: The Holistic Energy System Affecting Plant Growth-A Review

Abstract

 

Agnihotra–the ancient Indian technique used for purifying atmosphere provides a holistic system for plant growth. Through my previous studies I have shown that the effects that the agnihotra vapour brings out in plants are mediated through the hormone like substances.( Limaye V, 2013) The vapour has been shown to have positive effect on plant growth through breaking of the dormancy, initiation of new leaf growth, breaking of apical dominance, senescence, faster seed germination etc. The ash has been found to have positive effects on plant growth in terms of making the surface area of leaves larger. Agnihotra vapour has been shown to have a specific brassinolide( a plant steroid involved in light induced expression of genes)  type of action on the shoot system of the plants studied (Limaye V, 2014). A mango tree which had not borne any fruits in last 5 years has produced fruits in response to agnihotra vapour. A review of my earlier and present studies and findings; done together points towards the presence of another component (other than brassinolide) in agnihotra vapour which is heavier, water soluble and seems to be involved in the growth of root system in presence of light in the household plants studied.