Pausinystalia johimbe (Yohimbe) Plant

Description

Pausinystalia johimbe, known as Yohimbe, is a tree native to Central Africa. It belongs to the Rubiaceae family. Pausinystalia johimbe (Yohimbe) plants are native to the rainforests of Nigeria, Cameroon and the Congo this evergreen tree grows to a height of 30m and a spread of 8m.

The bark is dark brown to reddish-brown and contains the active compound yohimbine. The leaves are elliptical, and the tree produces small, fragrant, white to yellowish flowers.

The bark contains yohimbine, an alkaloid with stimulant and aphrodisiac properties. Traditionally, the bark has been used as an aphrodisiac and to enhance sexual performance. In modern medicine, yohimbine is used to treat erectile dysfunction and is sometimes included in weight loss supplements.

Extracts from yohimbe have been used in traditional medicine in West Africa as an aphrodisiac, called in some languages burantashi, and have been marketed in developed countries as dietary supplements. Yohimbine has been explored for its potential in treating depression, anxiety, and as an aid in athletic performance.

The demand for yohimbe bark has led to over-exploitation, with the possibility of long-term threat to sustainability of the species, and has led to concerns it is becoming an endangered species.

 

• Common Name.

Aphrodien; Aphrodyne; Johimbi.

 

• Syn.

Pausinystalia yohimbe; Corynanthe yohimbe; Corynanthe johimbi.

 

• Specifications.

50mm Pot Size
Cutting Grown Plant

 

Ideal Growing Conditions.

Pausinystalia johimbe (Yohimbe) plants thrives in tropical rainforests and prefers humid, shaded environments. It is drought and frost tender.

Pruning: Trim back any leggy or dead growth to encourage bushier growth.

Pests and Diseases: Monitor your plant for pests like scale, mealybugs, aphids or spider mites. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap, Eco Oil or Neem Oil

Soil: You need a high quality potting mix, not a pre-bagged product such as you find at Bunnings etc, try a landscaping place. However, as I am not local to you I still can’t say if they have good quality or not. You are looking for well composted pine bark and large particles. This ensures air flow to the roots and good drainage.

We recommend Yates Nutricote Standard Black 270 Day for a fertiliser, which can be found in our store, however any good quality slow release fertiliser will do. When time to re-pot, select a pot one size up ONLY and ensure it has many holes for good drainage.

Fertiliser: 

Yates Nutricote Standard Black 270 Day Controlled Release Fertiliser

The Plant Runner Indoor Plant Food

 

 

We cannot send plants to Western Australia & Tasmania due to restrictions.

 

We cannot ship this species Internationally.

 

We strongly recommended to select Express Post shipping for all plant orders to minimise the transit time.

 

Interested in Yohimbe? Try this

Pausinystalia johimbe (Yohimbe) Dried Bark Powder