Natural Herbs and Plants that Can Cure or Treat Erectile Dysfunction

Plants that are Known to Help With Erectile Dysfunction

Many men struggle with erectile dysfunction (also known as “ED”), especially the older they get. Indeed, age seems to bring erectile dysfunction more frequently today than ever. ED is also known as “impotence.” No matter the reason for impotence, there are many men scrambling for an answer and using any supplement they can find named after a horned animal in order to sustain an erection. The truth is, however, there have been more than a handful of natural herbs and plants which can help treat or even cure erectile dysfunction altogether. Some plants may work better than others for certain people. These natural answers to erectile dysfunction are well known in many tribes and by many medicine men around the world. In fact, some cultures have been using natural solutions for thousands of years.

Full List of Herbs Used for Treating Erectile Dysfunction

These are some of the most commonly used natural solutions to erectile dysfunction which do not rely upon prescription or synthetic drugs. It is important to note that some of these plants may have also been used for purposes besides treating erectile dysfunction (or as an aphrodisiac), including as strong hallucinogens in high doses. The list is in no particular order.

Maca

Maca is one of the top-used and suggested natural herbs for treating erectile dysfunction in men by medicine men, shaman, doctors and cultures around the world. It is native to the Andes, specifically Peru, but has been exported everywhere for its popular use as a sexual stimulant and for its ability to enhance intercourse. Maca is also known by its scientific name Lepidium meyenii.

Brazil Nut

The Brazilian Nut tree is most common in South America, only having been transplanted to other regions of the world. It remains a notable treatment for erectile dysfunction, being used in many tribes to increase libido in men. Brazil Nut is also known by its scientific name Bertholletia excelsa.

Yohimbine

Yohimbine is native to Central Africa and possesses the powerful indole alkaloid Yohimbine, specifically prevalent in the bark of the tree. It has become a very popular ingredient in a number of dietary supplements meant to improve sexual function. It is one of the center stage spotlight plants that may best naturally treat erectile dysfunction and sexual frustration in men. According to many cultures and tribes around the world, it naturally improves libido for men. Yohimbine is also known by its scientific name Pausinystalia yohimbe.

Guarana

Guarana is a natural source of caffeine and a huge energy boost. It is an excellent choice for boosting the sexual energy before a night of love making, and has been used in many tribes around the world to boost libido in men. Guarana is also known by its scientific name Paullinia cupana.

Siberian Ginseng

Siberian Ginseng has been employed by many tribes around the world to reduce stress in men before intercourse, helping the mind better connect to the genitals (as the erection starts with the brains mental signal to release enticed, sexual chemicals that improve blood flow in the male genitalia). Siberian Ginseng is also known by its scientific name Eleutherococcus senticosus.

Cowage, Yokohama Velvet Bean

Cowage has been well-employed by many cultures throughout Asia and Africa alike. It is well-documented as being used in numerous tribes to improve sexual functionality, especially in males. Cowage is also known by its scientific name Mucuna pruriens.

Cordyceps

Cordyceps is a type of fungus that is native to Asia, specifically prominent throughout China, Nepal, Korea, Bhutan, Japan, Vietnam and Thailand. They have been very popular for improving sexual function and have many culture uses to help treat ED. Cordyceps is also known by its scientific name Cordyceps militaris.

Catuaba

Catuaba is a natural Brazilian concoction made from the bark of one of two trees found in the Amazon. It is a commonly employed aphrodisiac and sexual stimulant. Catuaba is also known by the scientific names of its primary precursor trees, Trichilia catigua and Erythroxylum vaccinifolium.

Satavar, Shatavari, or Shatamull

Satavar is employed as a very versatile herb, but is native to the regions of Nepal, Sri Lanka and India. It is commonly employed as, and has recently been proven effective as, an aphrodisiac in many studies. These studies have showed Satavar improved sexual performance and effectiveness in treating sexual dysfunction in males. Satavar is also known by its scientific name Asparagus racemosus.

Potency Wood

Potency Wood has been used by Brazilian tribes for centuries to treat a variety of ailments. One of the most popular uses is to treat impotency, or ED in men. The tribes show that it can help cure sexual debility altogether in some subjects. Potency Wood is also known by its scientific name Ptychopetalum (genus, as multiple species exist which may help with erectile dysfunction). It is also called Muira Puama.

Golden Root

Rhodiola is very commonly employed as a sexual stimulant and aphrodisiac. It is known to create a lot of energy, making it a really strong candidate to help treat erectile dysfunction. It also helps reduce stress, making intercourse more pleasurable for both (all?) participants. Golden Root is also known by its scientific name Rhodiola rosea.

Panax Ginseng

Panax Ginseng is native to Asia and is very commonly found growing along the mountainsides. It is used to treat erectile dysfunction, and has been proven to work even in smaller doses. Ginseng also probably increases testosterone levels in men, and acts as a powerful, natural aphrodisiac. Panax Ginseng is also known by many names, including: Asian Ginseng, Chinese Ginseng, and Korean Ginseng.

Bala, Country Mallow, Heart-Leaf Sida

Bala has been naturalized around the world, being considered truly cosmopolitan in modern times. It is very commonly employed throughout Brazil for its psychostimulant properties and is regularly used during intercourse by tribes of the area. Africa showcases similar use of the herb, associating it with improvement between the sheets. Bala is known by so many common names, and also by its scientific name, Sida cordifolia.

Damiana

Damiana is a relaxing herb used as an herbal tea or in a smoking blend. It is especially effective as an aphrodisiac and to treat erectile dysfunction in men who suffer from anxiety and high stress. Damiana is also known by its scientific name Turnera diffusa.

Ginkgo biloba

The Ginkgo biloba tree is native to China, but has been cultivated around the world for a long time. Many people use it to improve ED in China, as it can help improve blood flow to the male genitalia. Ginkgo biloba is also known by many other common names including the “maidenhair tree” and simply “ginkgo.”

Goat’s Head

Goat’s Head is a very common choice for men looking at natural plants that treat erectile dysfunction. It is abundantly available in North America and considered an invasive species. It has been exploited based upon the historical belief that the plant increases testosterone levels in men, though it has yet to be confirmed. Goat’s Head is also known by its scientific name Tribulus terrestris.

Horny Goat Weed

Horny Goat Weed is native to China most abundantly, however, can also be found in some of the other Asian countries, and lightly surrounding the Mediterranean region. Horny Goat Weed has been found to offer an improvement in male erectile dysfunction. Horny Goat Weed is also known by its scientific name Epimedium.

Wild Yam

The Wild Yam plant is a vine native to North America, which has been approaching the endangered species list. It has been used for a variety of purposes, including to treat erectile dysfunction. Wild Yam is also known by its scientific name Dioscorea villosa.

Mondia

Mondia is found growing abundantly throughout Africa, New Guinea, Nigeria, Sudan, Kenya, Tanzania, South Africa, and many other countries in similar climates. The roots hold properties valued by tribes in the area and cultures around the world alike for their aphrodisiac properties. Mondia is very frequently employed as a natural treatment for erectile dysfunction. Many tribes consider Mondia a cure for impotence altogether. Mondia is also known by its scientific name Mondia whitei.

Ashwagandha

Ashwagandha is a member of the nightshade family and is very commonly found growing in India, Nepal, China and Yemen. Like other Ginsengs, it is very commonly used to entice sexual stimulation and improve sexual performance. Ashwagandha is also known by the common name Indian Ginseng and also by its scientific name, Withania somnifera.

Saw Palmetto

Saw Palmetto is found growing along the Atlantic shores, most commonly around the Gulf of Mexico and southern coasts of Eastern North America. It has been used by many tribes and in medicines to treat enlarged prostate glands, which has been suggested to help with ED, though it has yet to be proven in a clinical trial. Saw Palmetto is also known by its scientific name Serenoa repens.

Final Notes on Natural Cures for Erectile Dysfunction

Erectile dysfunction can be frustrating to anyone. It is possible to run through countless products and supposed cures only to remain flaccid. Ultimately, however, many tribes have used a variety of natural plants that can cure and have been used to effectively treat erectile dysfunction. The plants are mostly easy to obtain and generally considered safe in the cultures by which they are employed. Additionally, it is common for herbs that are used to treat erectile dysfunction to also be well-known aphrodisiacs.

Disclaimer: BotanicalShaman.com authors are not doctors. This article is to explain traditional remedies for erectile dysfunction used by tribes for hundreds of years and for informational purposes only. This article is not meant to diagnose, treat or cure any ailment (nor is it an adequate substitute for getting medical attention when necessary). Ask your doctor before using a plant to treat erectile dysfunction.