
Botanical Name: Cistanche Salsa ( C.A. Mey ) G. Beck, Cistanche deserticola Y.C. Ma
Pharmaceutical Name: Herba Cistanchis
Pinyin: Rou Cong Rong
Functions and Uses: Impotence, premature ejaculation, strengthen kidney yang,
frequent urination, strengthen back, knees, and tendons, increase fertility in both
sexes, constipation, replenish blood and essence.
Summary: Cistanche is an important sex tonic that has been used extensively
throughout Chinese history. It was used in many ancient sex formulas to increase
mens sexual power. It can be used by both men and women. Cistanche is used to
replenish blood and strengthen kidney yang. Studies show that it contains
alkaloids that increase circulation to the genitals and pelvic region, proving the
historical use to increase energy flow and circulation to the sex organs. It
increases male potency and female fertility, treats impotence, premature
ejaculation, and frequent urination. It builds and nourishes essence, helping
make the back and knees strong. Cistanche helps moisten the bowels and enters
the large intestine meridian, thus supporting healthy bowel movements.