Low ground-cover perennial used in both Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese medicine for cognitive support and wound healing.
Hardiness ratings
| System | Rating | Temperature range | How to read it |
|---|---|---|---|
| USDA hardiness zone | Zone 7–12 | −17.8 °C to 15.6 °C | Plant tolerates down to this zone |
| RHS hardiness rating | H5 | −15 °C to −10 °C | Plant needs at least this level of cold tolerance |
| Canadian plant hardiness zone | Zone 7–9 | −12 °C and warmer | Plant tolerates down to this zone |
| Australian (ANBG) zone | Zone 3–7 | −5 °C and warmer | Plant tolerates down to this zone |
Growing notes
- Not the same as kola nut (Cola spp.) despite the similar common name — gotu kola contains no caffeine
- Spreads by runners; prefers moist soil and partial shade
- Always consult a qualified medical or herbal practitioner before using any plant medicinally
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