Gotu kola

₡1,900.00

SKU: 0870 Categories: ,

Scientific name: Centella asiatica

Family: Apiaceae

Origin: Asia

Medicinal use: This plant has been used to treat diseases such as leprosy or psoriasis. This is because gotu kola contains steroids that have the ability to help regenerate skin tissues, so it is also useful to heal burns and heal wounds. It is also used in products to delay aging, the Asian acid it contains helps in the production of collagen, also preventing the appearance of wrinkles.

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