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Bot.: Tribulus terrestris

Tribulus: Samen/Seeds

Other names: Caltrop, Puncturevine, Goatshead

Healing power:
- as aphrodisiac,

- to prolong male erection,

- to increase sperm counts,

- as a natural alternative to chemical anabolic steroids.

- for kidney trouble,

- for bladder trouble,

- gout,

- rheumatism,

- diabetes,

- lower backpains,

- it works diuretic.

How to use:
The fruits. A brew from the fruits together with milk is said to work as an aphrodisiac.

Description of the plant:
The low growing Tribulus grows annual and loves a sunny location in a moist and sandy soil.
Tribulus belongs to the herbs used in traditional Chinese medicine as well as in Ayurvedic medicine.

Propagation:
Sow the seeds in February indoors in flats or sow them directly from May to July in your garden.
Tribulus needs a lot of warmth for germination and growing.