Binomial Name : Bacopa monnieri Other Names: Memory Herb, Indian pennywort, Waterhyssop, Herb of Grace. Native to Australia, Asia, India, Europe, North and South America, Africa GROWING : Full & Partial Sun or Dappled Shade. Keep very well watered. Grows well in fertile soil, rich in organic matter. This can also be grown as a semi-aquatic plant, on pond edges, in pots with waterline best kept at 1cm to 10cm below base of plant. Traditional Uses… Ayurvedic medicine includes Brahmi for many herbal support health themes, supporting healthy brain and nervous system.