Family Name: Appiaceae
Botanical Name(s): Centella Asiatica
Popular Name(s): Pennywort, Indian Pennywort, Artayniya-e Hindi, Jal Brahmi, Gotu Kola, Brahmi, Brahma-manduki
Parts Used: Whole Plant
Habitat: Grown in waterlogged places throughout India.
Description: Gotu Kola is a perennial plant native to India and other tropical countries. Its appearance changes, depending on growing conditions. In shallow water, the plant puts forth floating roots and the leaves rest on top of the water. In dry locations, it puts out numerous small roots and the leaves are small and thin
Uses: It is used in treatment of leprosy and known to ameliorate the symptoms of the disease and improves general health of the patient. It is a brain tonic and stimulates hair growth.