Yohimbe - Pausinystalia yohimba - Africa, Ancient Egypt
From as far back as ancient times, the bark of the yohimbe tree,
also known as Pausinystalia yohimba, johimbe, yohimbé and yohimbébaum,
(among other popular names throughout the world), has been employed in Africa as an aphrodisiac,
especially among the Bantu people. It is probable that the ancient Egyptians may have been aware of,
and even imported, the bark of the yohimba tree through trade channels with West Africa.
The yohimbe tree has long been held in high regard as an aphrodisiac and stimulant in Cameroon.
The tree is native to the tropical forests of Nigeria and Cameroon, and in the jungles of the Congo. MORE...
Turnera diffusa', known as damiana, is a shrub native to Central America, Mexico, South America, and the Caribbean. It belongs to the family Turneraceae. Damiana is a relatively small shrub that produces small, aromatic flowers. It blossoms in early to late summer and is followed by fruits that taste similar to figs. The shrub is said to have an odor somewhat like chamomile, due to an oil present in the plant. The leaves have traditionally been made into a tea which was used by native people of Central and South America for its aphrodisiac effects. Spanish missionaries first recorded that the Mexican Indians drank Damiana tea mixed with sugar for its ability to enhance lovemaking.
Epimedium, also known as Rowdy Lamb Herb, Barrenwort, Bishop's Hat, Fairy Wings, Horny Goat Weed, or Yin Yang Huo (Chinese: 淫羊藿), is a genus of about 60 or more species of herbaceous flowering plants in the family Berberidaceae. The large majority are endemic to southern China, with further outposts in Europe,[1] and central, southern and eastern Asia. Epimedium species are hardy perennials. The majority have four-petaled "spider-like" flowers in spring. Many are believed to be aphrodisiacs, particularly horny goat weed.[2]. MORE...
~ Many species of Epimedium are alleged to have aphrodisiac qualities. According to legend, this property was discovered by a Chinese goat herder who noticed sexual activity in his flock after they ate the weed MORE...
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