Abstract
Withania somnifera is a perennial plant widespread mainly in Northern Africa and Asia. It is used in traditional medicine for treating many illnesses and thanks to its multiple use is called Indian ginseng.
Nowadays the plant is being thoroughly examined and recent studies often confirm its medicinal effects. Apart from other effects Withania somnifera also affects central nervous system.
Interesting is also its anxiolytic, anti-depressive and anti-tumor effect.