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Gotu Kola (Centella asiatica), a perennial herb native to the Andaman Islands, Angola, Assam, Bangladesh, Belize, Benin, Borneo, and other regions across Asia and Africa, is a versatile plant with both edible and medicinal uses. Gotu Kola (Latin: Centella asiatica) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Gotu Kola is most often used to support energy & focus, mood support, and topical & skin. Each claim is rated by evidence strength - see the full profile for citations.
Gotu Kola is generally considered safe when used at traditional doses. Always consult a clinician before using any herbal preparation — especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, while on medication, or for children.
Gotu Kola is a member native to AND, ANG, ASS, BAN, BLZ, and BEN. Gotu Kola thrives in full to partial sun and requires moist to wet soil that is light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Gotu Kola grows best in USDA zone 7-10, full sun, partial sun/shade light, moist, wet water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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