Centella Asiatica is an important medicinal herb that is widely used in the orient and is becoming increasingly popular in the West. It is a tasteless, odourless plant that thrives in and around water. Commonly known as mandukparni or Indian pennywort or jalbrahmi, it has been used as a medicine in the Ayurvedic tradition of India for thousands of years. It is widely used as a blood purifier as well as for treating high blood pressure, for memory enhancement and promoting longevity. In Ayurveda, Centella asiatica is one of the main herbs for revitalizing the nerves and brain cells. Triterpenoid, saponins, the primary constituents of Centella asiatica are mainly believed to be responsible for its wide therapeutic actions. It is also recommended for the treatment of various skin conditions such as l eprosy, lupus, eczema, psoriasis, diseases of the female genitourinary tract and also forrelieving anxiety and improving cognition.
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