Bacopa monnieri

  

Bacopa monnieri, also called brahmi, water hyssop, thyme-leaved gratiola, and herb of grace, is a staple plant in traditional Ayurvedic medicine.
It grows in wet, tropical environments, and its ability to thrive underwater makes it popular for aquarium use. Bacopa monnieri has been used by Ayurvedic medical practitioners for centuries for a variety of purposes, including improving memory, reducing anxiety, and treating epilepsy. In fact, research shows that it may boost brain function and alleviate anxiety and stress, among other benefits.

• Common Name In Sri Lanka: Lunuwila (ලුණුවිල)
• Scientific Name: Bacopa monnieri
• Habitat: It grows gregariously and often forms dense mats in marshy places, mangroves, riverbanks, coastal areas and along streams and ditches.
• Average Height: 10 cm to 30 cm

Bacopa monnieri is part of the catalog of ayurvedic medicinal plants of Sri Lanka.