Herbal medicine has been around for centuries and many ancient cultures have used herbs for different reasons.
One of the most interesting uses of herbs is that of aphrodisiacs, or substances used to increase sexual desire.
Medicinal aphrodisiac herbs have long been used for their purported ability to enhance sexual pleasure and performance.
Examples of these herbs are maca, horned grass, ginseng, tribulus and ashwagandha.
Each of these herbs has unique properties that can help increase libido, improve sexual stamina, and even increase pleasure.
Knowing the properties and benefits of these herbs, you can use them to enhance your sexual experience.
Introduction
There are many herbs that have been used for medicinal purposes for centuries, including aphrodisiac herbs.
An aphrodisiac is something supposed to increase sexual desire, and many herbs have long been used for this purpose.
Some aphrodisiac herbs also have properties that enhance sexual performance and pleasure.
There have been many studies on the effect of various herbs on sexual desire: some have found evidence that certain herbs have aphrodisiac properties, while others have found none.
However, many of these studies have gaps, so more research is needed before firm conclusions can be drawn.
What are aphrodisiac medicinal herbs?
Both herbalists and scientists can find aphrodisiac plants among the following:
Ashwagandha
Native to India, ashwagandha is known to be an adaptogen.
This means that the body's resistance to stress increases.
It has also been shown to have anti-anxiety and antidepressant properties.
Ashwagandha is believed to stimulate libido and some take it as a sexual tonic.
At the same time, it has also been shown to have properties that increase sexual performance.
Ginseng:
Ginseng has been used as an aphrodisiac for centuries.
It comes in several forms, including ginseng root, ginseng tea, and ginseng extracts.
Some studies have shown that ginseng can improve sex drive, sexual performance and pleasure in both men and women.
Other studies, however, have not found this claim.
It is important to keep in mind that ginseng is a very potent herb and should not be taken lightly.
It has many side effects and should not be taken unless supervised by a doctor.
Maca:
Maca is a plant used in South America both as a food and as an aphrodisiac.
It has been extensively researched and its effects on sexual desire and performance are well documented.
It has been shown to improve libido, sex drive and sexual performance in both men and women.
Mugwort
Mugwort has long been used as an aphrodisiac in China.
It has been used in salads, teas and soups for thousands of years.
Mugwort is not a common herb in the West, but it has been shown to increase sex drive in both men and women.
Tribulus:
Tribulus is a plant used as an aphrodisiac in many cultures.
It has also been studied extensively in the West and has been shown to increase sex drive in both men and women.
It has also been shown to improve sexual performance in men.
Ashwagandha has been shown to increase sexual performance in both men and women and ginseng has been shown to increase sexual desire in both men and women.
Manna ash and tribulus have been shown to increase sexual desire in both men and women only.
Benefits of aphrodisiac medicinal herbs
Ashwagandha:
Ashwagandha has been shown to increase sexual desire, performance and pleasure.
It has also been shown to increase testosterone, estrogen and progesterone in both men and women.
Ginseng: Ginseng has been shown to increase sexual desire and performance in both men and women.
It has also been shown to increase sensitivity during sex.
Maca:
Maca has been shown to significantly increase sexual desire, sexual performance and sexual pleasure.
In men, maca has been shown to increase testosterone and sperm count, as well as increase sperm motility. In women, maca has been shown to increase estrogen and progesterone.
Mugwort
Mugwort has been shown to increase sexual desire.
It has also been shown to increase sensitivity in both men and women.
Tribulus: Tribulus has been shown to significantly increase sexual desire and performance in men.