Ashwagandha is a versatile and highly valued perennial herb that brings both beauty and utility to your garden. This hardy plant features simple, oval-shaped leaves and small, greenish-yellow flowers that give way to bright orange berries. Ashwagandha typically grows to a height of 2 to 3 feet, forming a bushy, upright habit with a spread of about 2 feet. Its deep, fleshy roots are the primary source of its renowned medicinal properties. The plant’s resilience and adaptability make it well-suited for various garden settings, particularly in the warm, sunny climate of the Caribbean.
The growth habit of Ashwagandha is both robust and manageable, making it an excellent choice for gardeners of all skill levels. It thrives in well-draining, sandy or loamy soil with a neutral pH and prefers full sun to partial shade. Ashwagandha is drought-tolerant once established, requiring minimal watering, which further enhances its appeal for low-maintenance gardens. The plant is relatively pest-resistant and can be easily propagated from seeds, making it a practical and rewarding addition to your garden.
Ashwagandha offers a multitude of benefits that extend beyond its ornamental value. It is revered in traditional Ayurvedic medicine for its adaptogenic properties, which help the body manage stress and restore balance. The roots of Ashwagandha are used to boost the immune system, enhance stamina and improve cognitive function. Additionally, it is known for its anti-inflammatory, anti-anxiety and antioxidant properties, making it a powerful natural remedy for a wide range of health issues. The leaves and berries also possess medicinal qualities and are used in various herbal preparations to treat conditions such as fever, infections and digestive disorders.
Enhance your garden with Ashwagandha, a plant that combines striking beauty with substantial health benefits. Its lush foliage and bright berries add visual interest to any landscape, while its medicinal properties provide natural health remedies that have been cherished for centuries. Add this remarkable plant to your collection and enjoy the myriad advantages it brings to your garden and your health.
Common Name: Ashwagandha
Botanical Names:
- Withania Somnifera
- Physalis Somnifera
- Withania Kansuensis
- Withania Microphysalis
Family: Solanaceae
Other Names:
- Ajagandha
- Amangura
- Amukkirag
- Asan
- Asana
- Asgand
- Asgandh
- Asgandha
- Ashagandha
- Ashvagandha
- Ashwaganda
- Ashwanga
- Asoda
- Asundha
- Asvagandha
- Aswagandha
- Avarada
- Ayurvedic Ginseng
- Cerise D'hiver
- Clustered Winter Cherry
- Clustered Withania
- Ghoda Asoda
- Ginseng Ayurvédique
- Ginseng Indien
- Hayahvaya
- Indian Ginseng
- Kanaje Hindi
- Kuthmithi
- Orovale
- Peyette
- Poison Gooseberry
- Samm Al Ferakh
- Samm Al Rerakh
- Sogade-Beru
- Strychnos
- Turangi-Ghanda
- Vajigandha
- Winter Cherry
- Withania
Origin: Mediterranean, Africa, Western Asia (Up To Pakistan, India, Sri Lanka)
Duration: Annual
Habit: Ashwagandha is a hardy and versatile perennial herb that adds both aesthetic and medicinal value to your garden. This robust plant typically grows to a height of 2 to 3 feet and spreads about 2 feet wide, forming a bushy, upright habit. Its simple, oval-shaped leaves are a vibrant green, providing a lush backdrop for the small, greenish-yellow flowers that bloom intermittently throughout the growing season. These flowers give way to bright orange berries, adding a pop of colour to the plant's overall appearance. Ashwagandha thrives in well-drained, sandy or loamy soil and prefers full sun to partial shade, making it well-suited to the warm, sunny climate of the Caribbean. Its deep, fleshy roots are the primary source of its renowned medicinal properties. The plant is drought-tolerant once established, requiring minimal watering and low maintenance, making it an excellent choice for both novice and experienced gardeners.
Hardiness: Hardy
Ashwagandha
Top Diameter: 4.875"
Height: 3.6875"