Botanical Name: Withania somnifera
The root of Ashwagandha is esteemed for its diverse properties, including being considered tonic, aphrodisiac, narcotic, diuretic, anthelmintic, astringent, thermogenic, and stimulant. Its name, Ashwagandha, stems from the root’s distinctive aroma resembling that of a horse (“ashwa”), and its consumption is believed to confer the strength and vitality associated with a horse.
Medicinal Uses:
- Parkinson
- Dementia
- Memory loss
- Stress induced diseases
- Malignoma and others.