鬱うっ蒼そう

taru-adjective, adverb taking the 'to' particle

dense; thick; lush

Describes vegetation, forests, or undergrowth that is thick, overgrown, and luxuriant. Often used with と (e.g., 鬱蒼と茂る) or as a たる adjective (e.g., 鬱蒼たる森). Conveys a sense of wild, impenetrable greenery.

• 鬱うっ蒼そうと茂しげった森もりの中なかを歩あるいた。

  I walked through the densely overgrown forest.

• その庭にわは鬱うっ蒼そうたる緑みどりに覆おおわれていた。

  The garden was covered in lush, thick greenery.