Herb Descriptions - Herbal Him/Herbal Her
A popular herb of Ayurvedic Indian medicine, the active ingredient in Mucuna Pruriens produces dopamine, a key neurotransmitter in the control of sexual function.
In powdered form, Mucuna pruriens seeds have high concentrations of levodopa, an important precursor of the neurotransmitter dopamine. It’s other active ingredients (5-HTP, nicotine, N, N-DMT, bufotenine, and 5-MeO-DMT increase serotonin levels and have both aphrodisiac and psychedelic properties.
Description
A climbing shrub with long vines, flowers that can be either white or shades of purple, with orange pods and black and brown beans.
Other possible names
Velvet Bean, Cowitch, Cowhage, Kevatch, Kapikachu, Nescafe, Sea Bean, Kratzbohnen, Konch, Yerepe/ Yoruba, or Atmagupta.)
Therapeutic uses
General
- Antioxidant properties
- Builds energy and stamina
- Early studies suggest it may be of assistance to Parkinson’s sufferers
Sexual
- Libido enhancement - due to the active ingredients serotonin and dopamine. Research by Giuliano F, Allard J. of the Medical University of Paris South, Le Kremlin-Bicêtre, France, demonstrates that these neurotransmitters paly an important role in the human central nervous system in promoting sexual function in both men and women.
- Improves erectile function and vaginal lubrication
- Improves orgasm
Cultivation
Tropical Africa, India, and America, South America, West Indies
Safety and cautions
