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Indian Pennywort Herb Uses, Benefits, Cures, Side Effects, Nutrients

Repertory
General Name
Indian Pennywort
Glycemic Index / Load
Indian Pennywort
Botanical Name
Centella Asiatica, Hydrocotyle Asiatica
Hindi Name
Brahma Manduki, Mandukparni
Chinese Name
Ji Xue Cao
Homeopathic Name
Hydrocotyle Asiatica   -   Mother Tincture

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Indian Pennywort Cures

 

Action of Indian Pennywort

Nutrients in Indian Pennywort

Nature of
Indian Pennywort

Cool

Parts Used

Whole Plant

Side Effects, Risk Factors of, and Cautions for Indian Pennywort

Avoid use during Pregnancy and Breast Feeding.
Excess use may cause Headache, Nausea and Dizziness and to counter these effects eat dried Coriander.
Long term use may cause Liver Problems and even Coma.
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Description

Indian Pennywort is a small plant.
It is perennial.
It grows in a warm climate.
It grows up to 20 Cm.
Best used for Memory Loss.

Note : In South India, it is sometimes called Brahmi. But you don ' t call it Brahmi.
Brahmi is the hindi name of Bacopa Monnieri.
The differences are given in the description of Bacopa Monnieri.

In TCM :
Indian Pennywort : Luo De Da
Meridians associated : Spleen, Liver and Kidney
 

Origin

Common Names

 
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Materia Medica for Indian Pennywort

Indian Pennywort General

Indian Pennywort is known as Gotu Kola and Brahma Manduki in Ayurveda. It belongs to the Mackinlayaceae family and grown in moist places. It has a number of medicinal uses.
It is effective for Cold, Cough, and Swine Flu, H1N1, and Tuberculosis.
It provides nourishment to the Nerves. It is useful to cure Nervous Debility. It treats Nervous exhaustion in weak and debilitated people.
Gotu Kola is a good herbal treatment for Poor Blood Circulation. It reduces the risk of Heart Stroke. It is beneficial for Varicose Veins.
It removes toxins from the body. It is good for High blood pressure.
It improves skin conditions. It is a blood purifier and cures Acne. It treats Eczema, Ulcers, and Scleroderma. It softens the Skin and cures Skin Eruptions.
It prevents the formation of blood clots in the Legs. It is beneficial for Leg cramps and Muscle Pain.
It lowers the sugar level in the blood. Hence is a good herb for Diabetes.
It eases the pain in Fatigue.
It heals the Wounds.
It is beneficial for Elephantiasis and Schistosomiasis.
The Antiinflammatory property is beneficial in Rheumatism and Arthritis.
It is antibacterial, antiviral and antiparasitic.
It strengthens the Stomach. it is good for digestion and cures Indigestion. it is beneficial in diarrhea and Stomach Ulcers.
It prevents Urinary Tract Infections.
It is a good tonic for the Liver. It treats the Liver Diseases such as Hepatitis and Jaundice.
Indian Pennywort is a good herbal treatment for Venerable Diseases. It reduces the risk of the Diseases such as Shingles, and Syphilis.
To increase the number of days in your life, You must take Indian Pennywort.
Indian Pennywort is an excellent Brain Booster. It enhances the ability of the Brain and increases cognitive memory. It improves poor concentration and Memory. It enhances Brain functioning and Mental health. It is therefore very effective in old age. It is also good for women having memory issues due to Menopause.
It relaxes the mind and treats Insomnia. It is beneficial for a person with Alzheimer's Disease. It provides a soothing effect on the nerves of the Brain. This will help in reducing anxiety disorders and increasing the power of learning and Concentration. It helps a person to get over the Depression.
It is a good herbal treatment for ADHD and children who are mentally retarded. It nourishes the brain and enhances the mental well-being of a child.

Gotu Kola enhances the production of collagen. It helps build healthy connective tissue. It reduces the formation of scar tissue. It breaks down the formation of Keloid scar tissue. It keeps the body supple. It heals wounds, cuts, and skin sores. Gotu kola can make the skin glow.

Keywords : Malaria, Fatigue, Anxiety, Stress, Depression, Blood Clots, Heart Stroke, Asthma, Tuberculosis, Tonsillitis, Alzheimer's Disease, Acne, Eczema, Bacterial, Viral, Parasitic Infections, Urinary Tract Infection, Shingles, Leprosy, Cholera, Dysentery, Syphilis, Cold, Influenza, H1N1 Swine Flu, Elephantiasis, Tuberculosis, Schistosomiasis, Varicose Veins, Wounds, Hepatitis, Jaundice, Diabetes, Stomach Ulcers, Indigestion, Epilepsy, Diarrhea, Poor Blood Circulations, joint Pain, Legs Cramps, Nervous Disorders. Arthritis, Rheumatism.

Methods of Administration. How to take
Tincture. The best and the most potent method of consuming Indian Pennywort is to Tincture it.
To learn how to make your own Tinctures Click here
Decoction: Make a tea.
Put l/2 teaspoonful of the powdered leaves in a cup of water. Boil it. Simmer for 10 minutes. Drink three times a day.
Chew:
The leaves may be chewed as such.
Single Herb

Indian Pennywort for Diabetes

Have plant extract twice a day.

Indian Pennywort ( Brahma Manduki ) for Anemia

Iron content of Indian Pennywort ( Brahma Manduki in India ) helps to treat Anemia.
Take a teaspoon of Indian Pennywort ( Brahma Manduki ) extract twice a day.

Indian Pennywort ( Brahma Manduki ) for Amnesia

Take dried Indian Pennywort leaves, crushed Almonds and a pinch of Black Pepper powder. Grind and mix them well. Have one teaspoon with milk daily in the morning.

Indian Pennywort for Leprosy

Prepare a decoction of Indian Pennywort leaves . Take twice a day.

Indian Pennywort for Blurred Vision

Powder the dried leaves of Indian Pennywort. Add one tablespoon of Honey with1/2 teaspoon of Indian Pennywort . Have it with cow's milk or butter milk.

Indian Pennywort for Wounds

Prepare a paste of the leaves of Indian Pennywort. Apply on the affected area.

Indian Pennywort for Baldness

Take Indian Pennywort and Coconut oil in equal quantity. Boil. Put it in a tight lid bottle. Use twice in a week.

Indian Pennywort for Varicose Veins

Take 2 tsp leaves extract of Indian Pennywort once a day.

Indian Pennywort for Bipolor Disorder

Drink 30 ml plant decoction of Indian Pennywort thrice a week.

Indian Pennywort for Depression

Indian Pennywort has good Antidepressant properties. It curbs depression and its related symptoms.
Add 4 to 5 fresh leaves of Indian Pennywort in a cup of water. Boil it for 5 minutes on low flame. Strain and have it twice a day.
OR : Collect Indian Pennywort leaves. Dry them in shade. Put half a teaspoon of powder in a cup of water. Boil it for 10 minutes on low flame. Strain and have it twice a day.

Indian Pennywort for ADHD

Prepare a decoction of the leaves of Indian Pennywort. Have one cup one times a day.

Indian Pennywort ( Brahma Manduki ) for Insomnia

Pour 3 grams of dried Indian Pennywort leaves in 500 ml of Cow Milk. Grind them. Strain and drink it for one week.

Indian Pennywort ( Brahma Manduki ) for Rheumatism

Have half cup decoction of Indian Pennywort ( Brahma Manduki ) once a day.

Indian Pennywort ( Brahma Manduki ) for Sinusitis

Prepare a decoction of Indian Pennywort ( Brahma Manduki ). Take 2 tablespoons thrice a day.
Note : You may add Sugar and Black Pepper.

Indian Pennywort ( Brahma Manduki ) for Indigestion

Prepare tea made from Indian Pennywort ( Brahma Manduki ). It helps in case of indigestion.

Indian Pennywort ( Brahma Manduki ) for Headache

Drink one cup tea made from Indian Pennywort ( Brahma Manduki ).

Indian Pennywort ( Brahma Manduki ) for Ulcers

Grind fresh Indian Pennywort ( Brahma Manduki ) with little water to make a paste. Apply it on Affected parts.

Indian Pennywort ( Brahma Manduki ) Leaves for Cough

Powder Indian Pennywort ( Brahma Manduki ) Leaves. Take half teaspoon with Honey ( Shehad ) once a day.

Indian Pennywort ( Brahma Manduki ) as Appetizer

Have a cup of tea made from Indian Pennywort ( Brahma Manduki ).

Indian Pennywort ( Brahma Manduki ) for Urinary Tract Infection

Squeeze out the juice of Indian Pennywort ( Brahma Manduki ) or buy from market. Drink half cup once a day.

Indian Pennywort for Nervous Disorder

Indian Pennywort has nerves rejuvenating property. Thus, it helps to rectifies most of the Nervous Disorders. These includes Nervous Debility, Nervous Tension and others.
Chew 2 fresh leaves of Indian Pennywort daily. It calms down the nerves and takes them out of the problem.
OR : Dry Indian Pennywort leaves in the shade. Powder them. Have half a teaspoon with milk or water at bed time.

Indian Pennywort for Syphilis

Crush dried leaves of Indian Pennywort to make powder. Sprinkle it over Syphilitic Sores.

Indian Pennywort for Dysentery

Chew few leaves of Indian Pennywort with Cumin seeds and Sugar. It give instant relief.

Indian Pennywort for Autism

Take extract of Indian Pennywort twice a day.
Or: Prepare leaves decoction of Indian Pennywort. Have a glass two times a day.

Indian Pennywort ( Mandukparni ) for Low Platelet Count

Have half glass of the juice of Indian Pennywort twice a day.

Indian Pennywort ( Brahma Manduki ) for Blood Impurity

Take 2 or 3 fresh leaves of Indian Pennywort ( Brahma Manduki ). Crush them. Add half teaspoon of each Honey ( Shehad ) and Clarified Butter ( Ghee ) to it. Consume it once a day.

Indian Pennywort as a Nootropic

Take the fresh plant. Extract its juice and drink it. It acts as a Nootropic and promotes brain growth. It helps improving the learning.

Indian Pennywort for Interstitial Cystitis

Extract the juice of Indian Pennywort leaves by grinding and squeezing them. Consume half cup of the juice, once a day.

Indian Pennywort for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Chew 2-3 fresh Indian Pennywort ( Gotu Kola ) leaves daily.

Indian Pennywort ( Brahma Manduki ) for Hair Fall

Take dried Indian Pennywort leaves and grind them to make a fine powder. Consume one teaspoon of it daily in the morning and evening with one glass of water.

Indian Pennywort ( Brahma Manduki ) for Cellulite

Take dried Indian Pennywort leaves and grind them to make a fine powder. Add water in it to make a paste. Gently massage over the affected areas with the paste prepared and leave it overnight. The next morning, rinse it with water.

Indian Pennywort ( Brahma Manduki ) for High Blood Pressure

Take one teaspoon each of Brahmi leave juice and Honey. Mix them well. Consume it.

Indian Pennywort as an Aphrodisiac

The tea prepared from the Indian Pennywort leaves enhances sexual potency and stimulates Adrenal Glands.
Prepare a tea made of Indian Pennywort leaves.

Indian Pennywort for Skin Diseases

Indian Pennywort can be applied topically to cure Skin related Problems.
Make a paste of dried Indian Pennywort leaves and apply on the affected Skin. Repeat the process two times a day.

Indian Pennywort as Memory Enhancer

Consume one teaspoon of crushed Indian Pennywort leaves with one glass of Milk per day.
It act as a Memory Booster.

Indian Pennywort for Fever

Grind Indian Pennywort leaves to extract its juice. Consume five drops of this juice, three times a day.

Indian Pennywort for Elephantiasis

Grind fresh Indian Pennywort leaves to extract its juice. Apply this juice on the affected area daily.
It is used to treat Elephantiasis of scrotum and legs.

Indian Pennywort for Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Prepare an infusion of Indian Pennywort leaves and Fenugreek leaves in half cup of Milk. Strain and drink it, once a day.
This remedy is effective in case of Children.

Indian Pennywort for Tuberculosis

Consume two tablespoons of dried Indian Pennywort leaf powder after every two hours.
It is helpful in treating Tuberculosis.

Indian Pennywort for Hair Problems

Grind Indian Pennywort leaves to extract its juice. Mix this juice in Coconut Oil. Gently massage with this oil on the scalp. Leave it for 2 hours. After 2 hours, wash off with your regular shampoo.
This remedy promotes Hair growth and will strengthen the Hair follicles.

Indian Pennywort for Swelling

Grind Indian Pennywort leaves to extract its juice. Apply this extracted juice on the affected area.
It will provide relief from abnormal swelling.
 
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Herbal Treatment For Stomach Ache 1

Boil 1 cup Acacia Tree bark in 1 litre water and sieve it. Add powdered Indian Pennywort in it. Also add the powder of 4 Black Peppercorns, 2 Cardamom, Cinnamon, 2 Cloves, 1/4 Nutmeg and 1/2 tablespoon Long Pepper. Mix it and leave it for a month before it is taken for medicinal use. Take One tablespoon twice a day.

Herbal Treatment For Diarrhea 4

Boil 1 cup Acacia Nilotica bark in 1 litre water and sieve it. Add powdered Indian Pennywort in it. Also add the powder of 4 Black Peppercorns, 2 Cardamom, Cinnamon, 2 Cloves, 1/4 Nutmeg and 1/2 tablespoon Long Pepper. Mix it and leave it for a month before it is taken for medicinal use. Take One tablespoon twice a day.

Herbal Treatment For Age Spots 2

Add 1/8 tsp of the powdered Indian Pennywort with 1/8 tsp of Ginseng and a pinch of Chili. Prepare a tea. Drink twice a day.

Herbal Treatment For Alzheimer 1

Wash the leaves of Indian Pennywort in warm water. Make a paste by adding Black Pepper. Take 2 teaspoons with a glass of butter milk in the morning before break fast. Use it for 3 to 6 months.

Herbal Treatment For Alzheimer 2

Take the following herbs in equal quantity :
Celastrus Paniculatus, Butterfly Pea, Indian Pennywort, Bacopa Monnieri, Withania Somnifera .
Grind them together. Have 1/4 teaspoon with lukewarm water daily.

Herbal Treatment For Alzheimer 4

Take 2 tablespoons of Dried Indian Pennywort Leaves, One tablespoon of Rosemary and 3-4 Pinches of dried Ginseng American powder.
Put it in a covered pot.
Make an infusion of One tablespoon of this mixture with One cup of hot water.
Take regularly.
Do not take before bedtime.

Herbal Treatment For Dizziness 4

Mix 1 teaspoon each of Withania Somnifera ( Ashwagandha ) and Indian Pennywort ( Saraswat ) with 20 ml of water. Consume it twice a day.
Queries on Indian Pennywort
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Aiswarya
19 Feb 2016
Dear Sir, I always sleeps when I am studying at 7 p.m . why is this is there any remedy for it
 
Shubham
22 Feb 2016
Dear Aiswarya
You should do meditation and Yoga. This will improve your concentration. Avoid heavy meals during lunch. It is important that you give proper rest to your mind and body. Take a nap in the afternoon, then you might not feel sleepy in the evening.
 
Hemaavathie ( Penang, Malaysia )
06 Mar 2016
Is it good to consume Indian pennywort juice everyday?? Kindly need your reply..thanks..
 
Herbpathy
08 Mar 2016
Dear Hemaavathie Why do you wish to consume the juice of Indian Pennywort ? Are you suffering from any disease ? Is there a specific condition that you wish to cure with this Herb ? The Herb, if taken in excess amounts and for long periods may cause side effects like Liver problem and dizziness. So it is recommended not to take this Herb if you do not have any problem.
 
This advice is for educational purpose only. It is not intended to replace a doctor. Please consult your doctor before taking any herb.
 
Provakar karmakar ( INDIA/WEST BENGAL )
13 Mar 2016
is it knows as Thankuni in Bengal.
 
Nadira Wahid
17 Jan 2017
Yes it is. Its the same :)
 
Taeri ( India )
27 Apr 2016
I am diabetic, can i take or use thankuni pata.
kindly reply,
thankyou
 
Rosini ( United Kingdom )
21 Jun 2016

My daughter has downs syndrome and she is nearly 4 yrs.ofcourse her speech and language is affected and i know there is delay.
My mother in low prefered to give dried kodakan leaves a tea spoon with honey every morning .is it good for improving speech...any side effects in mixing with honey...do you think she wont get over dosed or any other problems...please advise if any other problems
 
Xio Mei
29 Jun 2016
Dear Rosini, Kodakan leaves enhances brain functioning and Mental Health whereas Down syndrome is a neurodegenerative disorder and herb to improve speech is Vacha. Consume a small pinch of the Vacha root powder mixed with 1 teaspoon of Honey.
 
Madonna Meromorium Rapthap ( Meghalaya )
13 Jul 2016
Indian Pennywort can cure cancer?
 
Cherry
13 Jul 2016
Dear Madonna I think you should Visit the Cancer page and see the most effective herbs given in red color. They are well known herbs to cure Cancer.
 
Herbpathy
13 Jul 2016
Dear Madonna
Indian Pennywort is not recommended for cancer. And yes you may visit the Cancer Page for more details.
 
This advice is for educational purpose only. It is not intended to replace a doctor. Please consult your doctor before taking any herb.
 
Smitha ( US )
22 Nov 2016
Hello,
I am an Indian who is loving in US. I'm 9 weekd pregnant. I happened to find Brahmi leaves which was called pennywort in a hongkong market here. Can i have these leaves during my pregnancy?
 
Kirtika (India)
23 Nov 2016
Smitha
Will you please share that why do you even wish to take Brahmi ?
I mean is there any problem that you wish to set right ? Brahmi is a nervine( pertains to the nervous system ) herb. During pregnancy, it is usually not safe. I think the same is mentioned above in the "side effects" section of this herb. Not to be taken during pregnancy. Kindly scroll up.
 
Ratul ( Bangladesh )
31 Jan 2017
Sir,
I am a post graduate student of medical science(medicine), I can't memorize my lessons as before.

Need your help please.
 
Herbpathy
10 Mar 2017
Ratul.
You may take Extract of Basil. Add one drop of this extract to a glass of milk. Drink it every day.
Add 2 drops of Rosemary essential oil to a cotton ball. Inhale the scent.
You may also take Indian Pennywort capsules every day for a month.
Stop the intake of carbonated drinks completely.
Not even under the name of the " diet " drinks.
 
This advice is for educational purpose only. It is not intended to replace a doctor. Please consult your doctor before taking any herb.
 
Sromojibe maji
06 Mar 2017
Is vitiligo completely curable
 
Zakaria ( Malaysia )
08 Apr 2017
1 said "its a good tonic for liver.. its treat liver desease such as hepatitis and jaundice"...
1 said "long term use may cause liver problem or comma"....
I dont know which one is true...??...
 
Swapnil Bhatt ( India )
10 Apr 2017
Yes, the herb is used as a tonic for Liver. This is true.
The side effect of using the herb for a long time and in excess is that it may cause Liver Disease or comma. So, both the statements are correct.
The first one is the benefit of the herb when taken in appropriate amount.
The second statement is the side effect caused, when you take this herb beyond the normal dosage or amount.
 
Arun
08 May 2017
Sir, I have the problem of varicose veins. So I have fat legs with veins showing on calfs. Blood gets collected in thighs after sitting for some time. Can brahmi help. Any other solution.
 
Iknoor
16 May 2017
The best cures for Varicose Veins are-Indian Pennywort, Marigold and Butcher's Broom. You may take 2 teaspoons of extract of leaves of Indian Pennywort. Butcher's Brom is the herb that is widely used to cure Varicose Veins. You can have a cup of decoction of this herb or may buy the capsules.
 
Mudit ( India )
16 May 2017
I have got tuberculosis and asthama. I am on my medications and I am taking 1 tablespoon of dried thankuni leaves everyday since a week. Should I continue and till when? And also when is the right time to take it?
 
Dr. Ravijit Singh
14 Jun 2017
I will suggest that you please take one dose of Calc Carb 30.
Only take one dose of this homeopathic remedy. After a month share the symptoms. This medicine should help you.
 
Subhasish Mukherjee ( India/Assam )
28 May 2017
Effect of juice of thankuni pata and its dose. Also can it continue with alopethic medicine for BP 150/100.Six month patient of High bp.Iam taking 2tsp twice daily.
 
Pooja ( West bengal )
04 Jul 2017
Hello .can i take thankuni pata orally for hair baldness. As i have very thing hair. Wat would be the dose.
 
Sharan ( India )
02 Aug 2017
Hello,am having stomach problems mainly gas these days doctor advices me to take medicine for 8weeks is it gud to take kodangal for 8weeks in mrng empty stomach...
 
Roop
18 Jan 2018
Sharan
For Stomach problems try Pippali. buy tincture and have 2 drops in a glass of water. Increase one drop every day and do it until you reach 10 drops. then reverse the process until you reach 1 drops. then stop the process.
Also have 5 Basil leaves after every meals.
Also soak 1 tablespoon of fennel seeds in a glass of water and have that water every morning.
Follow this for 1 month.
 
Sandip Ghosh ( India, West Bengal )
09 Aug 2017
I am 62 years old and suffering from chronic amebiasis for last 45 years. Recently some of my friend advised me to take 15 thankuni leaves in the morning at empty stomach. Will I continue this or I will take its tablet. If so please mention where from the tablet can be purchased.
 
Sahyan Bhattacharya ( India )
14 Oct 2017
Does it cure low blood pressure
How much amount should one comsume to cure low blood pressure and for what duration should the medication be consumed
 
Saman JayasingheR ( Sri Lanka )
07 Dec 2017
I am saman from Sri lanka.
When drying Indian Pennywort how about if i dry the whole plant instead of only leaves. Because native aurvedic doctors in Sri lanka recommand the whole plants for extracts.
Thank you
Saman
 
Jili ( India )
17 Aug 2018
Hello there,

I am writing to you because I am lookinf for information on herbs that are good to cure Fibroids in Uterus for my mother who is 60 years old.
 
Madhupriya ( India/Karnataka )
09 Dec 2018
I have plants of Indian pennywort (mandukparni, Brahmi) how to consume it.. Whether I have to take in the morning... Empty stomach or any time I can take... I don't have any problem simply I want to take so that not any health related issue come to me
 
Bob schoos ( Vietnam )
16 Mar 2020
Hi:

Am an expat who lives in Vietnam. Every day, I drink four large glasses of pennywort juice, called Rau Ma in Vietnamese. It has magic effects on me, especially on my energy level. At the market, the leaves are pressed before me and it's pure stuff, with little coconut juice added to it to make it sweat. It costs $ US 0.50 per glass and it's a big one. Recommend it to anyone.
 
Mehedi ( Bangladesh )
24 May 2020
How much fresh juice of gotu kola should I take daily for my varicose vein? How many months can I take gotu kola regularly?
 
Biju ( India/Assam )
26 May 2020
Is daily consumption of a bunch of raw Indian pennywort leaves beneficial for blood pressure?
 
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