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- Title
Exploring Botanical Nomenclature in Tamil Culture: Linguistic Insights into Plant Names.
- Authors
Alagappan, Subramanian
- Abstract
This research delves into the intricate world of botanical nomenclature within Tamil culture, shedding light on the linguistic transparency and cultural significance embedded within plant names. Through an analysis of five diverse plant species, including vēlipparutti (Pergularia daemia), pīḷai (Aerva lanata), tumpai ceṭi (Leucas aspera), āṭātōṭai (Justicia adhatoda), and the toṭṭāṟ curuṅki (Mimosa pudica), this study explores the factors contributing to the naming of plants and the transparency of these names in the Tamil language. Each plant's name reflects not only its physical attributes but also its cultural context, highlighting the rich tapestry of traditions and observations woven into Tamil botanical terminology. The transparency of plant names in Tamil is a remarkable feature that facilitates communication and understanding among speakers. These names often provide vivid descriptions of the plants, allowing individuals to easily identify and recognize them in their natural environment. Through linguistic analysis and cultural interpretation, this research provides valuable insights into the intricate relationship between language, culture, and nature in the Tamil-speaking regions.
- Subjects
BOTANICAL nomenclature; PLANT species diversity; TAMIL language; LINGUISTIC analysis; PLANT classification
- Publication
Language in India, 2024, Vol 24, Issue 2, p85
- ISSN
1930-2940
- Publication type
Article