General Description/History

Centella has a long history of use in traditional remedies for various ailments. It grows vigorously in the home garden, and can become a pest under warm, wet conditions. In Vietnam and Thailand, the leaves are crushed and made into a sweetened drink. It can also be added to soups, stews or eaten raw as part of a salad.

Season: Summer,Autumn,Spring

Botanical Name: Centella asiatica

Alternative Names: Arthritis Plant, Gota Cola, Pennywort, Bua Bok, Rau Má

Availablity: January,February,March,November,December

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