Botanical Name: Withania somnifera

Also Known As:  winter cherry; Indian ginseng

General Info: Ashwagandha, occasionally spelled ashwaganda, is a highly regarded root in Ayurvedic medicine. It has been employed as an adaptogen and tonic herb and is incorporated into many herbal formulations.

Historical Uses: Used in India for more than 5,000 yearsUsed in India for more than 5,000 years

Medicinal Properties:  In Ayurveda it is a helpful sleep aid and used to balance various conditions that arise from 'vata dosha' imbalances. It is believed to encourage youth and vitality. It is considered a grounding and nourishing herb and supportive to female well-being. Bitter, sweet, astringent in flavor and energetically warming (mildly). Ashwagandha is traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine as an adaptogen and a nervine to help cope with stress and supports overall cognitive health. n Ayurveda this is used to recover from periods of stress or trauma. Great for memory recall as well. 

Magical Uses & Associations: In magick it is used as a potent remedy in love, attraction, aphrodisiac spells, supports brain function and is a nourishing herb.

Form:  Powder

Scent:  'Ashwagandha' literally means 'smelling like a horse' which most likely refers to its actual scent. Strong, bitter, and slightly sweet smell.

Origin:  Ashwagandha is native to India where it grows in the wild. It is also cultivated throughout the country for larger production needs.

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