Botanical name: Mucuna pruriens
Other name: monkey tamarind, velvet bean, Bengal velvet bean, Florida velvet bean, Mauritius velvet bean, Yokohama velvet bean, cowage, cowitch, lacuna bean, and Lyon bean.
Mucuna Pruriens, also known as Velvet Bean, is a legume that grows on vines and is notably prickly to the touch, attributed to the presence of serotonin and other substances on its surface. This bean is a rich source of L-DOPA and contains additional molecules that may enhance the benefits of L-DOPA. Research suggests that Mucuna Pruriens is frequently utilized, particularly in the context of mental health.
Medicinal Uses:
- Promotes a healthy nervous system
- Supports the brain and intellect
- Supports motor skills and coordination
- Revitalizes the reproductive system
- Supports healthy digestion and elimination
- Provides significant nutritional content
