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An aphrodisiac is a substance alleged to increase libido, sexual desire, sexual attraction, sexual pleasure, or sexual behavior. [1] [2] [3] These substances range from a variety of plants, spices, and foods to synthetic chemicals. [1] [4] Natural aphrodisiacs, such as cannabis or cocaine, are classified into plant-based and non-plant-based ...
Silphium (also known as laserwort or laser; Ancient Greek: σίλφιον, sílphion) is an unidentified plant that was used in classical antiquity as a seasoning, perfume, aphrodisiac, and medicine. [1] [2]
Satyrion is also a name for ragwort and ancient aphrodisiac made from it. Though it may have been named after the nymph, it more likely derives from the mythical and lustful satyrs. This aphrodisiac is mentioned twice in the Satyricon of Petronius. Satyrion (Ancient Greek: Σατύριον), the ancient name of Saturo at Italy near the Taranto. [3]
2. Oysters. While the jury is still out on whether oysters are actually an aphrodisiac, they are pretty good for you. The bivalves are high in zinc, which can boost testosterone levels and amp up ...
Probably the most well-known aphrodisiac, oysters are high in zinc, which helps balance sex hormones, support both sperm and testosterone production and preserve prostate health.
In Biblical times, the caper berry was supposed to have aphrodisiac properties; [28] the Hebrew word aviyyonah (אֲבִיּוֹנָה) for caperberry is closely linked to the Hebrew root אבה (avah), meaning "desire". [29] The berries (abiyyonot) were eaten, as appears from their liability to tithes and the restrictions of the 'Orlah.
It is a burn agent and poisonous in large doses, and has been historically used as aphrodisiacs (Spanish fly). In its natural form, cantharidin is secreted by the male blister beetle, and given to the female as a copulatory gift during mating. Afterwards, the female beetle covers her eggs with it as a defense against predators.
Yohimbine should not be confused with yohimbe [4] but often is. [5]Yohimbe is the common English name for the tree species P. johimbe (also called Corynanthe johimbe) and, by extension, the name of a medicinal preparation made from the bark of that tree, sold as an aphrodisiac. [6]