Aachman Veda Ashwagandha Ashwagandha (withania somnifera) is one of the most vital herbs in ayurvedic healing and is used since ancient times for a wide variety of conditions, but ashwagandha is most well known for its restorative benefits, it is traditionally been prescribed to help people strengthen their immune system after an illness. It is often referred to as "Indian ginseng" because of its wonderful rejuvenating properties