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goatweed
Scientific Name: Capraria biflora
Family: Scrophulariaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Subshrub, Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Horny Goat Weed
Horny Goat Weed, also known as Epimedium or barrenwort, is a popular herbal supplement often discussed for its potential effects on libido and erectile function. Its use is rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) where it is known as "yin yang huo."
Considerations for Pets
- The text mentions that Goatweed (Scoparia dulcis) is a serious problem in pastures. Although likely not related to Epimedium species, care should be taken to ensure pets do not ingest plants of unknown origin when grazing or allowed outside.
Scientific Name and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Epimedium sagittatum
- Common Names: Horny Goat Weed, barrenwort, bishop's hat, fairy wings, rowdy lamb herb, randy beef grass, yin yang huo
Taxonomy and Classification
- Genus: Epimedium (containing approximately 63 species)
- Family: Berberidaceae
Distribution and Habitat
Epimedium species are native to Asia and the Mediterranean region.
Traditional Uses
- Horny Goat Weed has been used in China for centuries in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).
- Traditionally used for low libido, erectile dysfunction (ED), fatigue, and pain.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Epimedium is a genus of flowering plants.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Goatweed (Scoparia dulcis), although not related, is described as a problem in pastures.
Quirky Facts
- The name "horny goat weed" is said to come from observations of increased sexual activity in goats that consumed the plant.
- In Chinese, it is known as "yin yang huo".