Brahmi Booti

Brahmi Booti:-

Botanical Name:- Centella asiatica

Family:- Apiaceae or Umbelliferae

Economic Importance:-

> Brahmi / gotu kola (Centella asiatica) is one of the most beloved mental rejuvenatives in the Ayurvedic pharmacopoeia. 

> Best known for its long and impressive history of use for enhancing intellect and mental acuity, it also soothes the nervous system, purifies the blood, and promotes healthy skin and hair.

> Leaf extract is taken orally to cure dysentery and improve memory power.

> It was historically known as “Snow plant” for the reason of its cooling properties. About 4 teaspoonfuls of leaf juice by squeezing about 50 leaves between palms is taken orally in the morning for 2-3 weeks for its alleged cooling property to body and stomach.

> Crushed leaf and root extract is applied to the affected parts to kill germs from wounds.

> Decoction of leaves is also applied to cure leprotic wound.

> Tea of the plants are taken for hypertension, diarrhoea and urinary tract infections.

> The dried herb is used as a detoxicant, diuretic and to lower blood pressure and decrease heart rate.