Darbha Grass or Kusha Grass is scientifically known as Desmostachya bipinnata, commonly known in English by the names Halfa grass, Big Cordgrss, and Salt read-geass, is an Old World Perennial Grass. Kusha grass is a special type of grass which is used in Hindu rituals Pooja and Worship.
What is the use of Dharbai?
Dharbai is extensively used during chanting of vedic mantras, performing religious rituals including ceremonies related to death (like amavasya tharpanam, pithru pooja etc), auspicious routines, conducting homams and for prayers in temples.
Is Durva and Kusha grass same?
Grass is also used as an offering in Ganesha temples. Use of durva grass in Hindu rituals began in Vedic times, more than an estimated 3,500 years ago. The grass is variously known as kusha and durva. Scholars and priests are not clear if they refer to two separate species of grass or the same grass.
Why mat is used for meditation?
A yoga mat will give you greater stability between yourself and the ground, as well as provides comfort and improves balance. A yoga mat will give you greater stability between yourself and the ground, as well as provides comfort and improves balance.