Catuaba is a natural remedy derived from the bark of trees found in the Brazilian rainforest. Formulations vary depending on the type of tree selected; Erythroxylum caatingae, Trichilia catigua, Anemopaegma arvense, and Micropholis caudata are some possibilities. But all of them are said to stimulate the nervous system and offer aphrodisiac properties.
Catuaba is mainly known for its aphrodisiac properties but is also believed by some to treat or prevent a wide range of unrelated medical conditions, including:
- Anxiety
- Asthma
- Bacterial infections
- Bronchitis
- Depression
- Erectile dysfunction
- Fatigue
- Insomnia
- Low libido
- Obesity
- Memory problems
