Gotu Kola (Centella Asiatica) is a perennial herb in the Apiaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires high watering and partial shade or full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 7-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Centella asiatica is a small, perennial, herbaceous plant of the family Apiaceae, widely used in traditional medicine and as a culinary vegetable.

Gotu Kola

Gotu Kola

Centella Asiatica

Centella asiatica is a small, perennial, herbaceous plant of the family Apiaceae, widely used in traditional medicine and as a culinary vegetable.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
High
Light
Partial Shade, Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
7-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, edible, medicinal, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Gotu Kola

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Apiaceae
Genus:Centella