AKA:
Indian Pennywort, Chi-hsing, Pai Kuo,
Hydrocotyle Asiatica Radix,
Marsh Penny, Indian Hydrocotyle, Hydrocotyle, White Rot,
Thick-leaved Pennywort
ORIGIN:
Asia
CIRCA:
At Least 0 A.D.
TYPE OF PLANT:
Creeping Perennial Herb
ACTIVE INGREDIENTS:
Magnesium, Asiatiocosides, Triterpenes, Madecassoside, Madasiatic
Acid, Vitamins: A, B, E, G, K
ABOUT:
Rich in Vitamins A, B,
E, G and K as well as Magnesium, Gotu Kola has long been helpful in
the treatment of Asthma, Bronchitis, Heart Problems, Dysentery,
Insomnia, Eye Conditions, Exhaustion, Inflammation, High Blood
Pressure, Diarrhea and problems with Urination. Often referred to as
'Food for the Brain', taken on a regular basis, Gotu Kola has become
known as 'the Key to Longevity' in humans, and it seems to be able
to enhance Intelligence and improve Memory, increasing Mental and
Physical power, combating Stress and improving the Reflexes. Gotu
Kola nourishes the Nervous System, especially the Brain, boosting
Energy levels, helping to fight Depression, and reducing Sleep
Disorders.