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500 Gotu Kola / Pennywort Seeds – Centella asiatica
500 Gotu Kola / Pennywort Seeds – Centella asiatica
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Asian Herb & Vegetable | Medicinal Plant | Rau Má
Grow a powerful and versatile herb with Gotu Kola (Centella asiatica), also known as Pennywort or Rau Má. This traditional Asian plant is widely valued for its medicinal benefits, culinary uses, and groundcover growth habit.
Gotu Kola is commonly used in herbal teas, juices, salads, and traditional remedies, especially across Southeast Asia. It produces small, round leaves that grow along creeping stems, forming a lush green mat that thrives in moist environments.
Perfect for herb gardens, container growing, or even indoor planting, this plant is both functional and beautiful.
Why Gardeners Love Gotu Kola
✅Popular medicinal herb
✅Used in teas, juices, and Asian cuisine
✅Fast-spreading groundcover plant
✅Thrives in containers and moist areas
✅Easy to grow in warm climates
✅Ideal for indoor or outdoor growing
Plant Details
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Botanical Name: Centella asiatica
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Common Names: Gotu Kola, Pennywort, Rau Má
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Plant Type: Perennial herb / groundcover
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Mature Height: 4–8 inches
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Growth Habit: Creeping, spreading
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Sunlight: Partial Shade to Full Sun
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Soil: Moist, rich soil
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Water Needs: High (prefers consistently moist soil)
- Hardiness Zones: 7–11
Growing Instructions
- Start seeds indoors or sow outdoors in warm climates.
- Sow seeds on the soil surface and press lightly.
- Keep soil consistently moist (do not let dry out).
- Provide warmth (70–85°F) for best germination.
- Germination typically occurs within 2–4 weeks.
Gotu Kola thrives best in moist environments and partial shade.
Perfect For
- Herb gardens
- Medicinal plant collections
- Container gardening
- Indoor herb growing
- Asian vegetable gardens
- Groundcover planting
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is Gotu Kola used for?
It is commonly used in herbal teas, juices, salads, and traditional medicine.
Does Gotu Kola need a lot of water?
Yes, it thrives in consistently moist soil.
Can it grow indoors?
Yes, it grows well in containers indoors with adequate light and moisture.
Is Gotu Kola a perennial?
Yes, it is a perennial in warm climates.
