From: pmrkim@mizzou1.missouri.edu
Newsgroups: alt.folklore.herbs
Subject: Re: love potion #9?)
Date: Sat, 14 Jan 1995 23:01:44 GMT

Damiana is a traditional (Mexican, I think) aphrodisiac for women,
taken as a tea an hour or so beforehand.  Schizandra berries are a
Chinese herb known for tonic, energizing properties and aphrodisiac
effects.  John Bidleman, in the letters column of a recent Mondo 2000,
says "Schizandra is known to cause excitement to the female genitalia
and increase the stamina of men....25 of the small berries held in the
mouth (five at a time) and swallowed...enhance the effects of
marijuana....Many people report a sudden awareness of the flow of Chi
about their body and a gentle yet pleasurable stimulation."
Schizandra is also synergistic with cannabis and increases the
aphrodisiac properties of the latter (an effect I can confirm from
personal experience.)

Brondashe is an African aphrodisiac herb for men, which Urb Magazine
recently reported on.  When smoked in a pipe, it alleviates physical
and psychological impotence.  The article says brondashe also has
positive tonic and energizing properties and even helps shy people
loosen up socially.  No one I know has tried this herb yet, but we're
going to.  More information is available from Craig Davis, c/o Herbal
Essence Distribution Co., P.O. 7104, Colver City, CA 90233.

Yohimbe is supposed to be another aphrodisiac, but it's so expensive
I've never tried it.

Many herbs are reputed to be aphrodisiacs when used aroma
therapeutically, e.g.  rose, patchouli, ylang ylang, jasmine, ginger,
cinnamon, and vanilla (hence their use in perfumes).  I find patchouli
to be most effective in promoting a relaxed, sensual mindset.

Diana B.