Johimbe
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| Johimbe | |
|---|---|
| Conservation status | |
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Division: | Magnoliophyta |
| Class: | Magnoliopsida |
| Order: | Rubiales |
| Family: | Rubiaceae |
| Genus: | Pausinystalia |
| Species: | P. johimbe |
| Binomial name | |
| Pausinystalia johimbe Schumann | |
Johimbe is a tree native to West Africa. The bark is used as a supplement for bodybuilding and to enhance male sexual performance.[citation needed]
Medicinal effects
It contains the chemical yohimbine, which is being studied in the treatment of sexual dysfunction.[citation needed] Johimbe may interact with certain drugs used to treat depression, high blood pressure, and high blood sugar.
Synonym
- The scientific name is Pausinystalia johimbe K.Schum., or Pausinystalia trillesii Beilleym, or Pausinystalia zenkeri W.Brandt. Also called Pierre ex Beille or yohimbe.
See also
External links
- Johimbe entry in the public domain NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms
- Catalogue of Life : 2008 Annual Checklist : Pausinystalia johimbe (K.Schum.) Pierre ex Beille
- Taxonomy browser (Pausinystalia johimbe)
- Pausinystalia johimbe information from NPGS/GRIN
This article incorporates public domain material from the U.S. National Cancer Institute document "Dictionary of Cancer Terms".
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