What Is Muira Puama?

Muira puama is a medicinal plant that is native to the Amazon rainforest. Our muira puama is sustainably wildcrafted in Brazil. It works well both on its own and when combined with other herbs.

How to Use Muira Puama (Common Uses)

Muira puama can be taken internally as a decoction, powder, capsules, or extract. When being prepared as a decoction, lemon juice is often added to help extract the tannins and other active components.

Medicinal Uses and Benefits of Muira Puama

Muira puama is often used as an aphrodisiac for both men and women, and can help to stimulate arousal, intensify libido, and increase sexual pleasure. It is also used to help restore vigor in people who are tired, run down, and weak, as it can be slightly stimulating. Muira puama can also be beneficial for menstrual cramps, rheumatism, and neuralgia.

Active Constituents in Muira Puama

Fatty acids, plant sterols, coumarin, lupeol, muirapuamine.