Ashwagandha

Withania somnifera
Solanaceae

Growth Habit

Shrub

Description

Highly regarded Ayurvedic (Indian) medicine herb sometimes called “Indian ginseng.” It is the primary strengthening tonic in Ayurveda; used for everything from general weakness, rheumatism, insomnia, infertility, impotence and “weakness of the mind.

Source of plant

Richters

USDA Hardiness Zone

10

Special characteristics

tender perennial