Pennywort - Centella asiatica

Pennywort or European water-marvel or Gotu Kola is an Asian umbelliferous plant, mainly from India and the surrounding countries.
Pennywort can be of some relief in case of sclerosis as it lessens the stiffness in the connective tissue. Moreover, it is said to be effective against cellulite.
In case of wounds or injuries on the mucous membranes or the connective tissue - e.g. after surgical procedures - Gotu kola can induce the healing. In this case the dosage is 250 mg. twice daily.
Used for rheumatism, including arthritis, because of its anti-inflammatory effect.
Pennywort is also used to relieve the central nervous system, support the digestion and lower fever. It has a purifying and healing effect, it induces recuperation, and some say that it can even induce the libido.
It can consume the surface of the germ that causes leprosy, and thereby facilitate a more direct fight against the disease.
Can be relevant in the treatment of blood diseases, hypertension, hepatitis, sufferings in the urinary tract, insomnia and stress, and it can also improve the function of both the liver and the heart.
Finally, Pennywort can be used for mental and neurological disturbances.
Dosage
Dried herb: 500 - 2000 mg. daily.
1:2 extract: 3 - 5 ml. daily.
Please note
If it is used along with Eclipta, it can induce the growth of the hair.