Condition
Treatment Support
aphrodisiac
Application
tincture, capsule
Muira Puama
(Ptychopetalum olacoides; P. uncinatum)
Botanical Information
The young stem and roots of plants from the Olacaceae family, native to the Amazon region.
Working with Muira Puama
Part(s) Used
Root
Herb Forms
Tincture, bulk herb for tea.
Muira puama is a Brazilian herb used for impotence and as an aphrodisiac to increase sexual energy. Avoid long-term use (over 4 weeks), as there is very little information about its safety available.
Muira Puama has a taste of SPICY and a temperature of WARM.
Cautions
This is generally considered a safe herb, but there is no significant information published on its safety.
Conditions treated with Muira Puama
Condition
Treatment Support
Application
Condition
Treatment Support
aphrodisiac
Application
tincture, tea, capsule
The information given here is designed to help you make informed choices about your health. The information is drawn from numerous sources—both traditional medicine practice, from the clinical experience of many herbalists currently practicing, and supported by decades of scientific research from the author. The research most consulted includes human clinical trials that help to determine the most effective and safe herbs for various needs, the best doses, and types of preparations.
The information offered in this database is not intended as a substitute for any that may have been prescribed by your health practitioner or physician.
