Gotu Kola Centella asiatica
This plant has been used for centuries in India for its remarkable rejuvenating
properties. Praised for giving relief to arthritis sufferers and to retard the
aging process. Regular use will also improve memory and will revitalize the
brain cells and nerves.
In small doses it acts as a stimulant, in large doses as a narcotic.
Use dried herb as a tea or obtain the plant and use 2-5 leaves a day. Centella
Asiatica: The presence of isobramic acid, betulic acid, valerine, pectic acid,
fatty acids, tannins, ascorbic acid, hydocotyline (an alkaloid) & asiaticoside
(a glycoside) have been well documented. Centella Asiatica has been compared
to Bacopa moniera and has similar properties such as nervine activity, cardiac,
anti-inflammatory, diuretic properties and increases blood circulation.
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