Ashwagandha, Indian ginseng, Winter cherry
(Withania somnifera)

Thought to originate from the Indian state of Rajasthan, Ashwagandha is a tropical shrub grown in cooler temperate zones as an annual forb. It has a long and widespread history used as a medicinal plant or superfood. In both the traditional Ayurvedic medicine of India and the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) the roots are used as an adaptogenic herb. Adaptogenic herbs assist the body in dealing with the many stresses of life by supporting hormone balances, nerve function, and gland health. The seeds can be used as a vegetable source rennet for cheese making.

Packet: 100 seeds