Organic Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola) Leaves
Organic Centella Asiatica Leaves
| Product Type | TBC / C&S |
| English/Common Name | Pennywort, Indian Pennywort, Asiatic Pennywort, Centella, Goyu Cola, Goyu Kola, Marsh Pennywort, Pennyweed, Sheeprot, Spadeleaf |
| Botanical Name | Centella asiatica |
| Indian Name | Artayniya-e Hindi, Jal Brahmi, Brahmi, Gotu Kola, Kodavan, Mandukaparni |
| Origin | India |
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General Usage
Centella asiatica is a widely used Chinese traditional medicine for its therapeutic effects. Gotu Kola aids in healing wounds, treating skin ailments such as lupus, varicose ulcers, eczema, psoriasis. It also helps in relieving anxiety and improving cognition.
Overview
Centella asiatica (Gotu Kola) is popular across Southeast Asian countries for its medicinal benefits. It is a perennial herbaceous creeper belonging to the family Umbellifere. Today, it is used across the world for its extensive use in nutraceutical industry as an herbal remedy. Gotu Kola has been reported to exhibit anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidative stress, anti-apoptotic effects, and improvement in mitochondrial function.
Common Names
Spanish: hierba de clavo, sombrerito
French: écuelle d’eau, fausse violette, hydroctyle asiatique
Chinese: ji xue cao
Germany: Asiatische Sumpfpfennigkraut
Japan: tsubokusa; tsubo-kusa
Sweden: sallatsspikblad
Thailand: buabok
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This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Please be advised: Before making any changes to your diet you should always consult with your doctor, especially if you are pregnant, nursing or have existing conditions.
Precautionary Information / Contraindication: Centella asiatica should not be consumed during pregnancy or nursing. It should be consumed with a doctor’s advice if you are already on any medication. For further clarification, please consult your healthcare practitioner before starting consumption of Centella asiatica.
Storage Condition: Centella asiatica should be kept in an airtight container/ bottle away from direct sunlight in a cool & dry place.
Note: The product is organically grown and processed as per national and international guidelines for Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and Good Agriculture and Manufacturing practice (GAMP). The product is 100% vegetarian and vegan.
References:
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3116297/
- https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphar.2020.568032/full
