Traditional Herb at a Glance

Family, Genus, Species	Umbleferaceae, Bacopa, B. monnieri
Botanical Name and Synonyms	Bacopa monnieri
Common Names	Brahmi, Thyme leaved gratiola, Jalnim

 

Background

Bacopa Monnieri has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for centuries, appearing in many ancient texts.
 

Traditional Uses

Diuretic

Improve memory and mental alertness

Helps reduce anxiety

Pain relief

Helps combat sleep disorders

Helps treat acne and pimples

Traditional treatment of epilepsy