Water Hyssop (Centella Asiatica L. / Bacopa monnieri)
General Information
Name | Water Hyssop |
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Code | Water Hyssop |
Botanical Name | Centella Asiatica L. / Bacopa monnieri |
Nepali Name(s) | Brahmi (ब्राह्मी) |
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Common Names:
Asiatic pennywort, Indian pennywort, marsh pennywort, tiger herbal, waternavel, gotu cola, water pennywort, hydrocotyle asiatique, centela, pegaga, trachiek kranh, duan Kaki Kuda, pegagan, antanan Gede, phak Nok, brahma-manduki, brahmi, min-kuabin, ghod Tapre, takip-kohol, tapingan-daga, hang-halo, icukudwane, totodro, tono, lapukapu, to'etupou, tona, tohetupou, bua bok, pa-na-e khaa-doh, phak wan, rau ma, lien tien thao, phae chen, tish tuyest tharo
Contains:
- Asiaticoside, which is a triterpene glycosideBrahmoside and Brahminoside, which are saponin glycosides (these are diuretic in nature and have a slightly sedative action in large doses)
- Calcium
- Madecassoside, a glycoside that is a strong anti-inflammatory agent
- Magnesium
- Sodium
- Tannic Acid
- Vellarin, an oily volatile liquid
- Vitamin K
Blood Conditions
- aids in blood diseases
- hemorrhoids
- improves the flow of blood throughout the body by strengthening the veins and capillaries
- phlebitis (inflammation of the veins)
- purifies the blood
- varicose veins
- heals blood vessels
- aids in restful sleep
- brain cell stimulant
- brain energizer and preserver
- brain nutritive
- calming properties
- excellent mental stimulant
- fatigue, both mental and physical
- for children with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) because of its stimulating effect on the brain (increasing one's ability to focus while having a soothing and relaxing effect on an overactive nervous system)
- keeps one calm for yoga and meditative practices
- improves and enhances memory
- improves mental functions such as concentration
- insomnia
- mental disorders
- prevents nervous breakdowns
- rebuilds energy reserves
- recovery after mental breakdowns
- relieves mental fatigue
- senility
- stimulates the central nervous system
- supports the central nervous system
- high blood pressure
- congestive heart failure
- venous insufficiency
- bowel complaints
- gland tonic
- aids the body in defending itself against toxins * localized inflammation and infection
- for people who are inactive or confined to bed due to illness
- arthritis
- rheumatism
- skin inflammations
- hepatitis
- sore throat
- tuberculosis
- connective tissues
- keratinization (the process of replacing skin after sores or ulcers)
- lymph tissue
- promotes healthy skin
- stimulation of hair and nail growth
- synthesis of collagen (the first step in tissue repair)
- supports the repair of cartilage
- for mucous membranes
- for skin
- stimulates the formation of lipids and proteins necessary for healthy skin
- balancing tonic that both increases energy and relaxes the body
- destroys tumor cells
- fever
- 'heaviness' or tingling in the legs
- leg cramps
- post-surgery recovery
- swelling of the legs
- regarded as one of the most spiritual and rejuvenating herbs in Ayurveda
- said to develop the crown chakra, the energy center at the top of the head
- used to balance the right and left hemispheres of the brain, which the leaf is said to resemble
- used to fortify the immune system, cleansing and feeding it
- used to improve meditation
- used for revitalizing the nerves and brain cells
- used to strengthen the adrenals
- cancer
- leprosy
- second and third degree burns
- skin disorders
- wounds
Externally it is used as a poultice for syphilitic ulcers
Other Uses: Meditation incense