Botanical name: Withania somnifera Family: Solanaceae Common Name: Ashwagandha, Withania, Indian Ginseng Part used: Roots Phytochemicals: Withaferin A, Withanolide A, Withanolide B, Withanoside IV, 12, Deoxy Withastramonolide, Withanoside Final Product: Alkaloids- 1% Withanoid-1.5% Category: Memory Support, Stress Management Uses: Various compounds isolated from Withania Somnifera (trivially named Withanolides) are now being investigated as highly promising and non-toxic anti-tumoral drugs. The remarkable immuno-modulating properties of Withania Somnifera (Ashvaganda) are also being clinically investigated. Chinese medicine recommends the root in cases of : nervousism, insomnia, weakness, anemia, rheumatic pains, general debility, impotence and infertility among other conditions In Ayurveda, Withania somnifera is classified as a rasayana and expected to promote physical and mental health. It rejuvenates the body in debilitated conditions and increase longevity. It is used as anti stress agent.