Ashwagandha
Withania somnifera
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Ashwagandha is a drought-tolerant shrub from India's arid regions, valued in Ayurvedic medicine for its adaptogenic root. Small greenish-yellow flowers precede orange berries containing seeds used for centuries as a stress-relief tonic.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Indian subcontinent, particularly arid regions
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
Ashwagandha is a drought-tolerant shrub from India's arid regions, valued in Ayurvedic medicine for its adaptogenic root. Small greenish-yellow flowers precede orange berries containing seeds used for centuries as a stress-relief tonic.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Ashwagandha grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Indian subcontinent, particularly arid regions
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation