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Brahmi - 5" Pot
Brahmi - 5" Pot
Brahmi - 5" Pot
Brahmi - 5" Pot

Brahmi - 5" Pot

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  • Classic Ayurvedic brain tonic
  • Loves wet and boggy conditions
  • Fast-spreading groundcover
  • Roots easily from cuttings
  • Pretty white flowers
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Country of origin: India

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Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri), or Water Hyssop, is a creeping, succulent marsh herb celebrated in Ayurveda as a brain tonic believed to enhance memory, focus and mental calm. It forms a low, spreading mat of small, fleshy green leaves and bears dainty white to pale-purple flowers. Naturally found along water edges and wetlands, brahmi loves moist to waterlogged conditions and even grows in shallow water, making it ideal for bog gardens, ponds and containers. Hardy and fast-spreading, this gentle medicinal groundcover is easy to grow across India and is also used in soothing herbal preparations and teas.

Specifications

Family Plantaginaceae
Native region Wetlands of India and tropics
Mature height 5-15 cm (creeping)
Mature spread Spreading groundcover
Growth rate Fast
Foliage Small, fleshy, succulent green
Flower colour White to pale purple
Flower season Most of the year in warmth
Climate zone Tropical to subtropical

Care guide

Sunlight Full sun to partial shade
Watering High; keep soil wet, tolerates shallow water
Soil / mix Rich, moist to waterlogged, loamy
Temperature 20-35 C; warm conditions
Humidity High
Fertilizer Light feeding occasionally
Pruning Trim to keep tidy and encourage dense growth
Repotting Divide and repot when crowded
Propagation Stem cuttings or division (very easy)
Pests & problems Generally trouble-free; rare aphids
Toxicity / safety Used medicinally; consume in prepared forms
Difficulty Very easy

Uses

The leaves are used in Ayurveda as a brain and nerve tonic to support memory, concentration and calmness, and in soothing herbal teas.

Growing tips

Brahmi loves moisture, so grow it in constantly wet soil, a bog spot, or a pot standing in a water tray; it spreads quickly in warm Indian conditions in sun or light shade.

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Frequently asked questions

How often should I water brahmi?
Brahmi loves water. Keep the soil constantly wet and never let it dry out; it even thrives in shallow standing water.
How much sunlight does brahmi need?
It grows well in full sun to partial shade. Bright light with ample moisture gives the lushest growth.
Is brahmi safe for pets?
Brahmi is a gentle medicinal herb and generally low-risk, but it is best not to let pets graze on it freely.
When should I repot brahmi?
Repot or divide when the pot becomes crowded; brahmi spreads fast and benefits from occasional refreshing.
How do I propagate brahmi?
It is very easy from stem cuttings or division; pieces with a node root quickly in wet soil or water.
Why is my brahmi drying out?
Brahmi cannot tolerate dryness. Browning or shriveling means it needs much more water and constant moisture.
Does brahmi flower?
Yes, it produces small white to pale-purple flowers, often for much of the year in warm conditions.
Can brahmi be grown indoors?
Yes, in a bright spot with a water tray to keep it wet, though it grows best outdoors with strong light.
Is brahmi toxic to humans?
Brahmi is used as a medicinal herb. Use prepared forms appropriately and consult an expert for therapeutic doses.
How should I fertilize brahmi?
It needs little feeding. A light dose of balanced or organic fertilizer occasionally keeps the foliage healthy.

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