Ashwagandha 300mg - 60 Capsules This powerful herb has been traditionally used in Ayurvedic healing for a variety of conditions since ancient times, it is most well known for its restorative benefits. Also commonly known as Withania Somnifera or Indian Ginseng, Ashwagandha is a plant in the nightshade family. Because of its said rejuvenating properties it has traditionally been given to people following a bout of illness to help strengthen the immune system.