Plant Family

Zygophyllaceae

Pictured: Tribulus

Caltrop family

Hardy shrubs and herbs of arid regions; Tribulus is used as a libido and hormonal tonic.

1 Herb // 22 Constituents // 3 Notable Members

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Overview

The Caltrop Family

Hardy shrubs and herbs of arid regions; Tribulus is used as a libido and hormonal tonic.

Materia Medica

Herbs in This Family

The monograph in the database whose Zygophyllaceae membership is recorded on the herb itself — so this list keeps itself current as new herbs land.

Tribulus

Tribulus terrestris

SpermatogenicTonicMale TonicCardiotonic +3

Phytochemistry

Characteristic Chemistry

The compounds recorded for this family's single member, grouped by class.

Beyond the Database

Also in This Family

Notable members without a monograph yet.

  • Creosote bush (chaparral)
  • Lignum vitae
  • Caltrop relatives

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