Description

Plant uses: Used widely in Indian Ayurvedic medicine and is best known for its tonic, anti-stress and vitality enhancing properties. May provide cognitive and neurological support, assisting a deep nourishing sleep, enhancing immunity and improving libido.

Plant preparation: Traditionally used as a tea with warm milk and honey.

Plant properties: Calming adaptogen, immune-boosting, and nerve tonic.

Energetics and taste: Warming, bitter, astringent, sweet.

Scientific name: Withonia somnifera

Other common names: Indian ginseng, gooseberry, winter cherry

Family: Solanaceae

Plant part: Roots