Introduction
Trachydium lehmannii is described as a well-known medicinal root. It is yellowish in color and resembles a small carrot. The stem is tuberous.
Flowers
The flowers are bluish-white and slightly larger than those of the violet.
Seeds
The seeds are black and similar in size and appearance to chickpeas.
Root
The root is the medicinally used part of the plant. It generally grows wild in moist soil and beneath trees. The root contains a blackish fluid and has a sweet, mucilaginous taste.
Temperament
Hot, first degree; moist, second degree.
Actions
Traditionally, Trachydium lehmannii is described as:
- Increasing breast milk production.
- Increasing semen production.
- Acting as an aphrodisiac.
- Increasing the thickness or density of semen.
- Strengthening and nourishing the body.
Traditional Uses
Sexual Health and Vitality
The powdered root is traditionally taken with milk to enhance sexual potency and strengthen the body. It is also used alone or combined with other medicinal ingredients for sexual weakness and spermatorrhea.
Breast Milk Production
The root is traditionally used by nursing mothers to help increase breast milk production.
Traditional Tonics
Trachydium lehmannii is incorporated into various tonic Majoons (medicinal electuaries) and is also used in the preparation of Murabba (medicinal preserve).
Specific Benefit
Aphrodisiac — traditionally used to strengthen sexual potency.
Harmful Effects
May weaken the stomach.
Dosage
(approximately 2.92–4.86 grams)
