noun
water hyssop; brahmi; Bacopa monnieri
A small creeping herb used in traditional medicine, especially Ayurveda. The Japanese name オトメアゼナ is the standard common name for this species.
オトメアゼナは水辺に生える小さな植物です。
Water hyssop is a small plant that grows near water.
オトメアゼナのエキスがサプリメントに使われることがあります。
Extract of brahmi is sometimes used in supplements.
The Japanese name オトメアゼナ literally means 'maiden paddy weed', likely from its delicate appearance and habitat. The exact origin of the name is uncertain.