Muthil

  • Botanical Name : Centella asiatica
  • English Name : Water Pennywort
  • Sanskrit Name : Mandookaparni
  • Malayalam Name : Muthil (മുത്തിൾ)
  • Part Used : Whole Plant
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Overview

  • Gotu kola, a perennial plant native to India, Japan, China, Indonesia, South Africa, Sri Lanka, and the South Pacific, belongs to the parsley family, having no taste or smell.
  • Thriving in and around water it boasts small fan-shaped green leaves, white or light purple-to-pink flowers, and small oval fruit, with its leaves and stems utilized for medicinal purposes.
  • A powerhouse of essential antioxidants and nutrients, gotukola protects the skin from the damages caused by free radicals, combating premature aging.
  • It is a rich source of anti-bacterial, anti-microbial, and wound-healing properties, stimulating collagen levels and promoting skin cell turnover.

Habitat

  • Gotu kola is likely native to Southern Asia and grows in marshy or wet habitats.

Phytochemistry

  • The primary active constituents are saponins (triterpenoids), including asiaticosides, linked to the aglycone asiatic acid, madecassoside and madasiatic acid.
  • These triterpene saponins and their sapogenins primarily contribute to wound healing and vascular effects by inhibiting collagen productionat the wound site.
  • Other isolated components are brahmoside and brahminoside, responsible for CNS and uterorelaxant actions.
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Nutritional Prowess

  • Gotu kola (Centella asiatica) has been used for thousands of years to treat various conditions, including wound healing, improved mental clarity, and addressing skin conditions like leprosy and psoriasis.
  • Traditional Chinese medicine uses it to treat respiratory infections, often referred to as “the fountain of life” due to its legendary association with prolonged life.
  • Gotu kola has been applied in treating syphilis, hepatitis, stomach ulcers, mental fatigue, epilepsy, diarrhea, fever, and asthma.
  • In the U.S. and Europe, it is commonly used to treat varicose veins and chronic venous insufficiency, as well as in ointments for psoriasis and wound healing.
  • Studies suggest it may help reduce swelling and improve blood flow, acting as a sedative and diuretic.

Dermatological Perks

  • Gotu kola offers remarkable firming and anti-wrinkle benefits, preventing cellulite formation.
  • Rich in triterpenoid saponins and phytonutrients (flavonoids), it acts as an antioxidant, boosts collagen production, heals wounds and scars, reduces stretch marks, and enhances complexion and glow.

Follicular Fortification

  • Soothes the scalp, alleviating itchiness, and inflammation, while preventing dryness and dandruff.
  • Known for promoting faster hair growth by strengthening hair and improving hair follicle health.
  • Improves hair growth, quality, and texture, reducing hair loss and breakage.
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