Tribulus Terrestris – Herb

Brew & Taste

Tribulus terrestris infusion is a slightly yellow color and has a pleasant herbal aroma. The taste is somewhat rough, earthy, and bitter. If necessary, you can soften it with honey, raw sugar, or stevia.

Origins

Tribulus terrestris Linné is an annual herb. The stems are 10-60 cm long but lie close to the ground. The small, deep yellow flowers appear from June to September, the leaves resemble those of acacia and are alternate, oddly pinnate. Tribulus are creeping plants, so it creates carpets close to the ground to cover large areas – in some languages, it’s even nicknamed a ‘carpet of vitality’. The fruit is a hard capsule divided into five spiny parts. The spines resemble small anchors, which is why it’s often called the caltrop plant.

It occurs naturally in Europe, Asia, Africa, and Australia. It can be found along rivers, in gardens, on coastal sands, but also in steppes and semi-deserts.

Tribulus is grown and harvested for its flower buds, but the root, seeds, and flowers can also be used. When harvesting, the whole plant must be removed from the ground and the inflorescence is dried separately, crushed, and stored in a dry, shaded place. The herb has a long history and tradition – it’s been popular since the times of the ancient China, India, and even Mesopotamia. It’s an important part of Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese medicines.

The herb contains a variety of biologically active substances such as:

• Phytosterols (especially protodioscin),
• saponins,
• alkaloids and flavonoids,
• tannin,
• vitamins C, E, and zinc.

The high phytosterol content makes Tribulus terrestris a popular choice among athletes, active people, and those seeking natural support for hormonal balance, vitality, and stamina. Thanks to careful processing and gentle drying, all our herbs retain their valuable properties.

Some benefits of Tribulus that are backed by research include:

• support of the reproductive organs and hormonal activity, normal
• function of the urinary and reproductive systems,
• muscle tone support,
• improved energy levels and vitality,
• normal function of the cardiovascular system and blood clotting,
• normal function of the nervous system.

Herb packaging preview

We pack our herbs in a strong, zip-lock aluminum packet which allows you to easily re-seal its contents. Thanks to the hermetic seal, the herbs are protected against humidity, light and foreign odors, all of which could noticeably affect the quality of the brew and the herb itself.