Muira-puama is a small tree about 5m high that grows in the Brazilian Amazon and some of the Amazon rainforest parts.

It is also commonly known as potency wood. The roots and the bark of it are used for medicinal purpose. In fact, some of the tribes in Brazil use it for the purpose of treating any sexual discomforts. This herb is commonly used in Europe and it is recognized in the British herbal pharmacopoeia.

The bark can be crashed into a powder and it is used to treat gastrointestinal disorder, neuromuscular problem, erectile discomfort, baldness, sexual debility, impotency, rheumatism, nervous system disorder and neuromuscular problems.

Though many people have doubts concerning sexual stimulants or Viagra this herb has been proved to be the best by the experts, with no side effects. There are some satisfied users who can prove the effectiveness in improving sexual satisfaction. The herb contains coumarin, long chain fatty acid, essential oil and alkaloids.

The muira puama bark can be crashed into powder and then taken as tea. For greater effectiveness it is used as tincture. You can put it in small amount of warm water and add in some lemon juice to add flavor to the drink.