Significance of External morphology
External morphology encompasses the physical structure and characteristics of plants, as emphasized in both Vyakarana and scientific study. It includes the observable structures of various plants such as Badara, Croton tiglium, Euphorbia nerifolia, Nothosaerva brachiata, and Wattakaka volubilis. This field not only aids in the classification and identification of plants but also reflects the scientific understanding of different eras, indicating the importance of physical characteristics in taxonomy and the broader study of plant biology.
Synonyms: External structure, Outward form
In Finnish: Ulkoinen morfologia; In Spanish: MorfologĂa externa
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Hindu concept of 'External morphology'
In Hinduism, external morphology encompasses the physical characteristics of plants as described in Amarakosha and highlights the scientific understanding of organism structures, indicating that morphology historically informed the classification of living things before taxonomy developed.
From: Amarakoshodghatana of Kshirasvamin (study)
(1) The physical structure and characteristics of plants, as outlined in Amarakosha.[1] (2) The study of the observable structure of organisms, which reveals scientific knowledge of the author's era and indicates that morphology preceded taxonomy.[2]
The concept of External morphology in scientific sources
External morphology pertains to the visible physical traits of the Croton tiglium plant, encompassing aspects such as its height and leaf shape, which are essential for identifying and studying this species.
From: World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research
(1) Physical characteristics of a plant, including size, shape, and appearance, essential for the classification and identification of Nothosaerva brachiata.[3] (2) The observable characteristics and structure of the Euphorbia nerifolia plant.[4]
From: International Ayurvedic Medical Journal
(1) The physical characteristics of the Croton tiglium plant, including its height and leaf shape.[5]
From: Ancient Science of Life
(1) The study of the external structure of Wattakaka volubilis, providing insights on its physical characteristics crucial for identification.[6]
From: Ayushdhara journal
(1) The physical structure and appearance of the Badara plant, including characteristics of its bark, leaves, and fruit.[7]