Many people decorate their balconies with lush green plants for beauty and serenity. But what if one of those plants you’ve overlooked for years actually holds hidden health, skincare, and wellness secrets? That’s the case with the Gotu Kola plant (Centella asiatica)—a common balcony plant with extraordinary benefits packed into its round, scalloped leaves.
Whether you’ve grown it unknowingly or stumbled across it recently, this humble herb has been treasured in traditional medicine for thousands of years—and modern science is finally catching up.
🪴 What Is Gotu Kola?
Known in various cultures as:
- “Brahmi” in Ayurvedic medicine,
- “Tiger Grass” in Korea,
- “Pennywort” or Centella asiatica in English-speaking countries,
Gotu Kola is a low-growing perennial herb found in tropical and subtropical regions. Its rounded leaves are not just aesthetically pleasing—they’re packed with triterpenoids, flavonoids, and antioxidants that make them powerful for healing.
🍃 The Incredible Uses of Gotu Kola Leaves
1. 🧠 Boosts Brain Function
According to studies published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease, Gotu Kola extract has shown neuroprotective properties, improving memory, concentration, and overall cognitive function. In traditional Ayurvedic medicine, it’s often called the “herb of longevity.”
How to use: Add fresh leaves to smoothies or brew them as tea.
2. 🧖♀️ Soothes the Skin and Fights Aging
Gotu Kola is widely used in skincare products because of its ability to:
- Increase collagen production
- Accelerate wound healing
- Reduce fine lines and wrinkles
- Fade scars and stretch marks
A 2013 study in International Journal of Cosmetic Science found that topical application improved skin elasticity and hydration.
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