Gotu Kola is an herbal medicine used to treat peripheral vascular disease (diseases of arteries and veins of arms and legs), vericose veins (visible blue veins on legs), Hansen's disease, stomach ulcers, to inrease mental functioning, and to help you relax (a sedative). It is also used on the skin for wounds that don't heal and for scars. Other names for Gotu Kola include: Centella, Hydrocotyle, and Indian Pennywort. check with your doctor before taking Gotu Kola.