Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Order: Apiales
Family: Apiaceae
Binomial name: Centella asiatica
Pennywort is a leafy herbal plant, which is mostly used in the Chinese, Indonesian, and Ayurvedic medicinal systems. This herbal plant is scientifically known as Centella Asiatica. This herbal plant is also used in most Asian recipes.
The native of pennywort is Southeast Asia, which is mostly used to prepare juice, tea, smoothies, and salads. The pennywort leaves look like overlapping coins. Due to its anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, anti-depressant, and antidiabetic properties, it is used in Ayurvedic and Chinese medicines.
The pennywort leaves help to heal skin problems, boost memory power, promote brain and cardiovascular health. Pennywort leaves are available in the form of powder, capsules, tinctures, and topical medicines.
Health Benefits
- The extract of the pennywort leaves is very helpful for Alzheimer’s patients, it helps to reduce mental stress and improve memory power.
- Some studies prove that consuming pennywort leaves powder improves blood circulation and reduces swelling.
- Good quality sleep is very important for brain health. Pennywort is a natural remedy for better sleep and treating insomnia.
- The chemical compounds in the pennywort called terpenoids will increase the production of collagen in the body. It helps to heal stretch marks and scars.
- The anti-inflammatory properties of this herb help to treat arthritis. Regular consumption of this herb helps to reduce inflammation in joints.
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