Gotu Kola
Centella asiatica
Indian pennyworth, Asiatic pennyworth, Mandookparni
Apiaceae family
Physical use
This herb is a key healer and strengthener of connective tissue. Great for skin integrity and firmness. Wonderful post-surgery for tissue healing or post-partum. Gotu Kola is also an adaptogen and nervine tonic, meaning it helps nourish and replenish a tired and wired brain reducing mental fatigue, improving mental clarity and focus.
Conditions
Internally
- Anxiety
- Poor concentration and memory
- Cellulitis, leg ulcers
- Gastric, duodenal ulcers
- Venous insufficiency of lower limbs
- Keloids (raised scars)
- Haemorrhoids
- Mouth ulcers
Topical
- Psoriasis, wounds, burns, leg ulcers
- Stretch marks, varicose veins, eczema
Thermal qualities
- Cool
- Astringent
- Bitter
- Pungent
- Sweet
Chakra
- Crown
Energetic use
- Intensifies meditation, strengthens intuition, assists psychic discretion
- Balances left and right sides of the brain
- Strengthens and balances in spleen and liver at times of mental imbalance or weakness from drug affects