Scientific Name: Centella asiatica
Common Name: Gotu Kola
Origin: Sri Lanka

ORGANIC GROWN

Several scientific reports have documented Centella asiaticas ability to aid wound healing. Upon treatment with Centella asiatica, maturation of the scar is stimulated by the production of type I collagen. The treatment also results in a marked decrease in inflammatory reaction and myofibroblast production.
Herbalists claim it contains a longevity factor called youth Vitamin X said to be a tonic for the brain and endocrine glands and maintain that extracts of the plant help circulation and skin problems .
The isolated steroids from the plant have been used to treat leprosy. In addition, preliminary evidence suggests that it may have nootropic effects. Centella asiatica is used to re-vitalize the brain and nervous system, increase attention span and concentration, and combat ageing. Centella asiatica also has anti-oxidant properties
The supposed aphrodisiac properties of Gotu Kola have given it the ancient reputation of giving men erections with the strength and agility of a samurais sword.