Muira Puama Ptychopetalum olacoides - Herbs of the Gods

History

The name Muira Puama, sometimes spelled as Marapuama, means “potency wood”. It is a very popular aphrodisiac, originally growing in the Brazilian rainforests. The Ptychopetalum grows as shrubs or small trees, and its barks and roots are harvested for traditional, medical and herbal usage. It is mentioned as an effective aphrodisiac in the Brazilian Pharmacopoeia and the British Herbal Pharmacopoeia. In Brazil, men would rub the Muira Puama on their genitals to stimulate an erection, and to counter impotence. It is also drank as a tea, which has very stimulating effects. The skin and genitals become more sensitive, and therefore works very well as an aphrodisiac. Next to these bedroom effects, the Marapuama is used as a neural system tonic, against rheumatism, stress, fatigue and mild depressions.

Use

Muira Puama is commonly used to make tea. Add 1 teaspoon of the herb per cup, and boil this for 15 minutes. Effects will be felt after 30 minutes.

Producer

Herbs of the Gods have collected high quality herbs since 1999. They have a selection of relaxing, stimulating and psychoactive herbs, that can be consumed by eating, drinking in teas or with a vaporizer.