Gotu Kola (Centella asiatica) - Organic Dried Herb

Brewing Guidance: Steep 1-2 teaspoons per 8 oz cup of hot water. Cover and steep 10-15 minutes, then strain and enjoy. Gotu Kola blends well with herbs like lemon balm, tulsi, peppermint, ginger, and rosemary.

Herbs love to be paired! Enjoy 15% off when you bring home more than one! 

Safety Notes: Do not mix with sedative medications or medications that affect the liver. It is recommended to use for only 2-6 weeks at a time taking a two week break before continuing. 

Description: Gotu kola is a treasured herb in traditional herbal systems throughout Asia, particularly in Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine, where it has long been valued for supporting mental clarity, nervous system balance, and overall vitality. Often associated with longevity practices, it has been used for centuries as a gentle tonic for both mind and body.

Traditionally, gotu kola has been used to support memory, focus, and cognitive clarity, making it a popular herb for students, thinkers, and anyone navigating mentally demanding seasons of life. Rather than acting as a stimulant, it is often described as helping the mind feel calm yet alert, encouraging clear and steady concentration.

Gotu kola has also been traditionally used to support healthy circulation and connective tissue, and it appears in both internal herbal preparations and topical formulations in many traditional practices.

Energetically, gotu kola carries a spirit of clarity, renewal, and quiet awareness. It encourages a balanced state of mind where focus and calm coexist, making it a wonderful ally for those seeking grounded mental clarity and gentle cognitive support.

Properties: Adaptogenic, nervine, anti-inflammatory, neurotrophic, venotonic, mild diuretic, antioxidant

Flavor: Gotu kola has a mildly bitter, green, and slightly earthy flavor with fresh herbal notes. Because of its subtle bitterness, it is often blended with more aromatic or citrusy herbs.