Muira Puama: discover its properties and aphrodisiac effects

Melanie Ramos 4 min. of reading Plants Leave a comment

Muira Puama is an Amazonian plant with interesting aphrodisiac properties, even known as the “Amazon’s Viagra”

Index

1 What is Muira Puama?
2 What is Muira Puama used for?
3 Properties of Muira Puama
4 Muira Puama as an Adaptogen
5 Aphrodisiac Effects of Muira Puama
6 How to take Muira Puama?
7 Sources
8 Related Posts

What is Muira Puama?

Muira Puama (Ptychopetalum Olacoides) is a shrub found in northern Brazil and some other areas of the Amazon rainforest. The thin bark of these trees has been used for centuries as an anti-aging herb with various health benefits. Muira Puama actually means “Wood of Power” and it’s precisely the bark that lives up to its name as one of the top natural aphrodisiacs worldwide.

It’s one of the most famous herbal aphrodisiacs traditionally used to boost sexual desire

What is Muira Puama used for?

Muira Puama is used to prevent sexual disorders and boost interest in sexual activity. It’s also used for stomach discomfort, menstrual disorders, joint pain (rheumatism), and paralysis caused by polio, as a general tonic and appetite stimulant. Some people apply muira puama directly to the skin as an aphrodisiac and for rheumatism.

Combined with other herbs like Maca, Muira Puama is used as a natural remedy for male sexual performance issues like erectile dysfunction. Plus, as a study shows, women can also experience a libido boost

Properties of Muira Puama

Muira Puama bark is rich in phytochemicals, plant sterols, fatty acids and essential oils, triterpenes (Lupeol), coumarin, and a type of alkaloid called muirapuamine. Thanks to these active compounds, it has analgesic, anti-ulcer properties, and lowers cholesterol (hypocholesterolemic effect). Muira Puama can be used to naturally treat a range of conditions, like premenstrual and menopausal syndrome, relieve gastrointestinal issues, topical application for hair loss and muscle pain, hypotensive effect (lowers high blood pressure), neuroprotection, among others.

This bark increases and improves blood flow throughout the body, boosting the amount of oxygen sent to tissues and cells

Muira Puama as an Adaptogen

plants with adaptogenic properties help us handle stress. The active elements in muira puama have proven effective in balancing the nervous system, strengthening the immune system, and supporting overall health. This way, it can help us cope with daily stress, anxiety, or negative effects on our behavior.

Muira Puama can improve our overall fatigue threshold

Aphrodisiac Effects of Muira Puama

Short-term use of Muira Puama increases blood flow to the pelvic area, helping to prolong erections in men as well as sensation and orgasm in women. Long-term use boosts sexual hormone production in both sexes. Muira Puama is a true natural aphrodisiac and can provide the most effective natural therapeutic method for loss of libido in both men and women.

Although Muira Puama’s main function is to increase libido (sexual desire), it can also boost physical performance and enhance concentration and mental focus. All these physical skills are needed for a healthy sex life. Muira Puama, when used properly and alongside healthy habits, can effectively treat sexual disorders and erection problems in particular