Horny Goat Weed has 15 different species. Scientifically, the plant is called epimedium. Laymen call it Horny Goat Weed or Yin Yang Huo. Many men use this herb to restore their sexual energy and treat erectile dysfunction.

While the plant grows prodigiously on mountainsides in China, the reach of Horny Goat Weed is now global. One advantage of epimedium is that only the leaves are used to make the finished product. As the roots are left in place, the plant begins to replace the leaves from season to season. While some products have difficulty handling big demand, that is not the case with Horny Goat Weed.

Although the primary reason for the increased demand for the herb is its ability to help treat impotency, Horny Goat Weed has other health benefits. In China, doctors who practice Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) have long been aware of the plant’s ability to treat erectile dysfunction and diminished libido, but these doctors use the plant for other reasons.

For joint pain, high blood pressure, heart disease, weak bones or even for relief from menopausal bone loss, traditional practitioners have had success using epimedium for centuries. The Horny Goat Weed has been part of China’s culture for more than 2,000 years.

According to Web MD, Horny Goat Weed contains natural chemicals that help increase the blood flow. Using the epimedium plant, men have successfully been treated for erectile dysfunction and premature ejaculation.

The correct dosage amount depends upon several factors including age, overall health and other conditions. Users should follow the instructions on the label. After a break-in period, the user will find the most effective dosage.

The reason Horny Goat Weed is effective as an alternative treatment is that the plant contains unusually high levels of flavenoids. When flavenoids are ingested, they provide many health benefits. Men benefit most from the high quantities of icarin in the plant. Testing has shown that the icarin in Horny Goat Weed does inhibit the PDE 5 enzyme, much like sildenafil does in Viagra.

The difference is that Horny Goat Weed increases the male libido, which Viagra, Cialis and Levitra do not. The herbal product is available in raw form, capsules or tablets. As it has done for many centuries, Horny Goat Weed stands ready to help men who seek a more powerful sexual experience.