Bacopa

Bacopa monnieri (Plantaginaceae)

Also Known As: Thyme-leafed gratiola, herb of grace, Indian pennywort

Ayurvedic Names: Brahmi - not to be confused with Gotu Kola also known as Brahmi

TCM Name: Not traditionally used

TRADITIONAL USE

Bacopa is sometimes called brahmi, and has traditionally been used for various ailments, but is best known as a neural tonic and memory enhancer

FOLKLORE & HISTORY

Bacopa is a plant that has been used for over 3,000 years in traditional Ayurvedic medicine.

It is often associated with memory and was allegedly used by ancient Vedic scholars to memorise lengthy sacred hymns and scriptures.

HERBAL ACTIONS

Nootropic, adaptogen, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, nervine, sedative.

BENEFITS

Our herbs offer powerful herbal benefits and are not limited to just one category. Discover the full range of what each herb can do:

Mind & Mood: Memory support, poor focus, mood, sleep
Immunity: Support for natural defences
Ageing & Longevity: Anti-inflammatory support

CONSTITUENTS

Steroidal and tripterpene saponins: Bacosides, bacosine, jujubogenin.
Alkaloids: Brahmine, herpestatine.
Betulinic acid
Phytosterols: Stigmastarol, beta-sitosterol.

CONTRAINDICATIONS

Contraindicated with: Anticholinergic medications, cholinergic medications, medications for Alzheimer’s, medication metabolised by cyp450 enzymes, cevimeline