Indian pennywort
Centella asiatica
About
Centella asiatica, commonly known as Indian pennywort, Asiatic pennywort, spadeleaf, coinwort or gotu kola, is a herbaceous, perennial plant in the flowering plant family Apiaceae. It is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, Australia, and islands in the western Pacific Ocean. It is consumed as a culinary vegetable and is used in traditional medicine.
- Family
- Apiaceae
How to use it
Centella is used in traditional medicine for its potential healing properties, particularly for skin conditions and cognitive enhancement. It is also consumed as a culinary vegetable, adding a fresh flavor to dishes.
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Gardening tip
When planting Centella, make sure to choose a spot that gets plenty of sunlight and has moist soil. This plant loves water, so keep the soil damp, especially during dry spells. You can plant the seeds about half an inch deep for the best results.
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In the kitchen
Centella is often enjoyed in culinary dishes, particularly in salads and soups. Its leaves have a fresh, slightly bitter flavor that can enhance your meals. However, if you're looking for a plant to eat, make sure to prepare it properly, as it may not be familiar to everyone. Always consult a reliable source before trying new plants in your cooking.
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Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Centella asiatica
- Slug
- centella-asiatica
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Apiaceae
- Genus
- Centella
- Species
- asiatica
- Wikidata QID
- Q324714
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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