Bacopa Monnieri
Bacopa monnieri — also known as Brahmi
An herb named for the mind it was meant to serve.
Brahmi takes its name from Brahma, the Hindu deity associated with creation and knowledge — a naming choice that says something about how the herb was regarded.
Ours is sourced from Sri Lanka, where the creeping, aquatic herb grows naturally in wetlands and along waterways.
It's dried and milled into the same form Ayurvedic practitioners have relied on for centuries — nothing extracted, nothing altered beyond drying.
Named for the mind, grown by the water.
A student's herb, taken as a daily practice.
In Ayurvedic tradition, bacopa monnieri has been central to formulas supporting memory and mental clarity for centuries. It was historically incorporated into the daily practice of students and scholars.
Bacopa is traditionally used to support memory, cognitive clarity, and calm focus — a description of that historical role, not a claim about individual outcomes.
Traditional and modern preparation.
Traditional: Prepared as a ghee-infused paste or brewed as tea in Ayurvedic practice.
Modern: Powder stirred into a smoothie. Capsules taken with a meal.
Present in both I AM Vitality formats.
Read this before you begin.
Bacopa may cause mild digestive upset in some individuals when taken on an empty stomach — taking it with food can help.
If you are pregnant or nursing, or take prescription medication, consult a healthcare provider before use.
This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Where it's grown, and how it's verified.
Sourced from Sri Lanka and processed in an FDA-registered facility. Every batch is third-party lab tested before it reaches a shelf.
Common questions on bacopa monnieri.
How much bacopa is in I AM Vitality?
160mg per serving in the powder, 80mg per capsule.
Is bacopa the same as lion's mane for focus?
No — both are traditionally associated with cognitive clarity, but bacopa is an Ayurvedic herb, while lion's mane is a functional mushroom.
What does bacopa taste like?
Bitter and slightly grassy, which is typical of Ayurvedic botanicals in this category.
Is Brahmi a different plant from bacopa?
No — Brahmi is a traditional name for bacopa monnieri.