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Gotu Kola

Gotu Kola

Latin Name: Centella asiatica
Description of Appearance: Low-growing plant with fan-shaped leaves
Common Names:
  • Gotu Kola

Health Information

Health uses for this plant

Reducing anxiety and stress

Active Ingredients: Triterpenoids, brahmoside, brahminoside
Part Of Plant Used: Leaves and stems
Preperation Method: Often brewed as a tea

Wound healing and skin conditions

Active Ingredients: Triterpenoids, asiaticoside, madecassoside
Part Of Plant Used: Leaves and stems
Preperation Method: Applied topically as creams or ointments

Improving cognitive function and memory

Active Ingredients: Triterpenoids, asiaticoside, madecassoside
Part Of Plant Used: Leaves and stems
Preperation Method: Most commonly used in teas or extracts

Improving circulation and reducing swelling

Active Ingredients: Triterpenoids, asiaticoside, asiatic acid
Part Of Plant Used: Leaves and stems
Preperation Method: Used in herbal preparations or supplements

Active Phytochemical

Active phytochemicals found in this plant

Triterpenoids

Description Triterpenoids are a class of phytochemicals composed of three terpene units. They are known for their various biological activities and are commonly found in plant species.

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