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Nootropic herbs can be very helpful in people with attention-deficient/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Two herbs both called brahmi in the Ayurvedic tradition, Bacopa monnieri (bacopa) and Centella asiatica (gotu kola), as well as formulas featuring these herbs, are discussed in great depth for this purpose. Additional general nootropic herbs discussed are Ginkgo biloba (ginkgo) and Acorus calamus (sweetflag), including both American and Eurasian varieties. Nootropic herbs from the Lamiaceae (mint) family with a focus on Rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) and various species of Salvia (sage) are also reviewed. The general failure of nervine herbs such as Hypericum perforatum (St. John's wort) and Valeriana officinalis (valerian) for ADHD is highlighted, giving further impetus for the need to focus on nootropic herbs instead. The safety and clinical use of all relevant herbs is highlighted. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]