Effect of Synchronized Sound Waves in the form of Indian Classical Ragaas on Phytohormonal Analysis of Medicinal Plant Species

Abstract

Music, based on the synchronized sound waves has a tremendous impact on the living beings. Different frequencies of synchronized sound are now-a-days used in therapy (being popularly called as music therapy). However, the impact of music on physical and physiological processes of the living beings has been acknowledged since ages. Rhythmic and comforting music has an influence on behavior of all living organisms such as humans, plants and animals. According to various studies, Indian Classical music has been confirmed to encourage plant growth positively and it is observed to dominate the other important genres of music such as metal-rock, rock, rap, pop, and monotonous sounds. The present research work was aimed at finding the exclusive impact and effect of the synchronized sound waves and their frequencies in different strings and closed-pipe Indian classical instrumental music displayed through various Ragaas, viz: Raga Kedar (flute), Raga Kedar (santoor), Raga-Rageshree (sitar), Raga-Bhairavi (flute), Raga- Shree (Sarangi), Raga- Milan ki Todi (Sarod), Raga- Ramkali (Sitar) on phytohormonal analysis in Insulin (Chamaecostus cuspidatus) and stevia (Stevia rebaudiana). Enhanced phytohormonal levels were observed in the plant species treated with different Indian classical Ragaas. In both Chamaecostus cuspidatus and Stevia rebaudiana the total concentration of GA3 was found to be 37.33mg/ml and 96.77mg/ml in treated plants respectively. Similarly in Chamaecostus cuspidatus and Stevia rebaudiana the concentration of IAA at 222nm was found to be 2.33 and 7.71mg/ml and at 280nm was found to be 8.45mg/ml and 41.90mg/ml in treated plants respectively.