Specification |
Details |
Common Name |
Ashwagandha, Indian Ginseng, Winter Cherry |
Scientific Name |
Withania somnifera |
Family |
Solanaceae (Nightshade family) |
Native Habitat |
India, Middle East, and parts of Africa |
Plant Type |
Herbaceous shrub |
Height |
35–75 cm (1.1–2.5 feet) |
Root Length |
10–20 cm (4–8 inches) |
Root Color |
Yellowish-brown, with a strong aroma |
Leaves |
Oval-shaped, smooth, and green |
Flowers |
Small, greenish-yellow |
Fruit |
Small, round berries (red when ripe) |
Traditional Uses |
Adaptogen, stress reducer, anti-inflammatory |