It has antibacterial effect , insecticide action , veridical property and therephitic action, rubifacient and flatulent. The decoction of leaves with mint, pepper, dried ginger and suger candy is used for lumbago, chronic rheumatism, neuralgia and sprains. Lemon oil is used for the treatment of ringworm. It is used as germicide and bactericide in hospitals.

Basal partion of sera (Stem with the basal leaf sheath) is used in flavouring curries. This crop is grown in small scale and marketed or used for home coconsumption. This crop also be used to conserve soil in hilly and sloppy lands.

Gotu Kola aids memory and concentration and has proved excellent in helping children with autism and learning difficulties, including ADHS(attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) .It relives streets, anxiety, insomnia an depressor clear skin problems. By stimulating healing in the connection tissue, gotu cola helps wounds knit   together and reduces scarring. Apply the oil to your head and feet at night to prevent insomnia, or rub it into your scalp to prevent early balding and graying in your hair.