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Withania somnifera

অশ্বগন্ধাShrub

Withania somnifera (Solanaceae) is a tomentose perennial shrub of arid and semi-arid zones across the Indian subcontinent, Mediterranean, and Africa, cultivated for its withanolide-rich tuberous roots.

FamilySolanaceae
GenusWithania
NativeIndian Subcontinent
LifespanPerennial; typically 3–5 productive years in cultivation; longer in undisturbed wild populations

Uses of Withania somnifera

Ashwagandha is represented through practical, cultural, ecological, and wellness use cases from the plant dataset.

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Toxicity Information

Toxicity data is not fully verified for this plant. Avoid consuming plant parts unless a trusted source confirms safe use.