The male huanarpo is a medium-sized tree or shrub native to Peru. It has active components, such as anthocyanins, alkaloids, saponins, tannins and flavonoids, which contribute to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. According to the chroniclers, the Inca Sinchi Roca used it to improve erectile dysfunction.

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HEALTH BENEFITS

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• It contains a large amount of proanthocyanidins,  which acts as a sexual stimulant, specially the ability to correct erectile dysfunction and infertility.

• In the Peruvian herbal medicinal system, Huanarpo macho is also considered anti-asthmatic, anti-diabetic, antitussive, anti-ulcerous and nervine.