Yohimbe | Medicinal plant in the Akhdar Encyclopedia
It has been studied for erectile dysfunction, but its risks are significant. Study results should be interpreted according to the type of extract, dosage, and quality of evidence, and should not replace medical diagnosis or treatment.
Plant name
Yohmby
Latin name
Pausinystalia johimbe
Common names
Yohmby
foreign names
Pausinystalia johimbe
The group
Rubiaceae
Habitat and Geographic Distribution
West Africa
Botanical description
A plant species belonging to the Rubiaceae family, the scientific name Pausinystalia johimbe is adopted as an accurate reference to avoid confusion with similar popular names.
Used part
bark
chemical components
Yohimbene
Properties and medical uses
It has been studied for erectile dysfunction, but its risks are significant.
Study results should be interpreted according to the type of extract, dosage, and quality of evidence, and should not replace medical diagnosis or treatment.
pharmaceutical forms
Preparations from the bark may be available as tea, powder, or standardized extract depending on the plant and local regulations; dosages vary drastically between forms and are not inferred from this record.
Side effects and precautions
May cause high blood pressure, heart rhythm disturbances, and anxiety; do not use without medical supervision.
Consult a healthcare professional if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have liver or kidney disease, or are taking chronic medications.
the environment
West Africa
Agriculture and productivity
The aforementioned native environment and species requirements of Pausinystalia johimbe are taken into account, with botanically certified propagation material obtained and collection of threatened wild species avoided.
History and Heritage
West Africa.
This traditional use illustrates the historical context but does not, on its own, prove therapeutic efficacy.
Medical note
This is educational content and does not constitute medical advice.
Do not consume any unidentified plant, do not stop taking prescribed medication, and contact emergency services or a poison control center if poisoning is suspected.
تنبيه صحي
هذه المعلومات للتثقيف ولا تمثل وصفة علاجية.
استشر طبيباً أو صيدلانياً قبل استخدام أي نبات طبي، خاصة أثناء الحمل أو الرضاعة أو عند تناول أدوية مزمنة.
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