Description
Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) plants — also known as Indian ginseng or winter cherry — are part of the nightshade family, which also includes tomatoes, datura and tobacco. In Ayurveda, it is typically used as an adaptogen, helping the body handle stress, and as a general health tonic. Like neem, it contains high levels of antioxidants and immune-boosting compounds.
The ashwagandha plant itself is a fast-growing perennial with attractive leaves and berries. Some reports indicate that large amounts of ashwagandha plant leaves are toxic but Indian visitors in our greenhouse often disagree. In either case, ashwagandha root is most often used as a medicinal herb. It is a tropical plant but does come back from the ground unless temperatures drop below about 30 degrees.
Fertilize with a high-phosphate formulation (high middle number) to boost both the roots and the berries you can use to grow new plants.
Because they need expedited shipping, free shipping is NOT available for Living Plants or fresh greenhouse products. Any Living Plants or fresh greenhouse products added to an order will disable Free Shipping.
Please be sure to read our Plant Replacement Policy before purchasing live plants.
Please note: We do not ship live plants or perishable products to Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, or any of our products out of the U.S.
Please contact us immediately if your plant arrives damaged in shipment. If your plant becomes sickly or fails to thrive, please let us know immediately. We’ll need photos and growing conditions to help you save your plant.
We replace living plants at our discretion within the first three months, once we are sure that you have properly cared for the plant following our directions. We do require that you pay shipping costs on the plant unless it arrives damaged and we can file a claim with the shipping company for replacement.
Rita (verified owner) –
Am very satisfied with the shipping and packing. This is the first time I have ordered this plant and do not know how it will grow. However, I’ve always had a good experience with whatever plants I’ve purchased from Neem Tree farms – they grow well. I was also very happy to receive samples. Thanks Vicki
Kumar Swaminathan (verified owner) –
Arrived safely. Transplant success. Patient alive and healthy!
pannuh2 (verified owner) –
I bought 1 plant it is small one but looks healthy. Wait and see how it grows.
ben.s.bidwell –
I received a small Ashwagandha plant from this nursery almost a year ago. The plant is still thriving. It has been constantly producing flowers and fruits since November. The foliage is healthy and strong, and the root system (the medicinal part) is huge. I can’t believe this plant made it through the winter without slowing down or losing much of anything. All the information I found online made it seem like it wouldn’t.