Coffee plant is a shrub growing native in the tropical Africa. It has red berries which contain the stimulating substance caffeine. Nowadays the plant is cultivated most in Brazil, Vietnam, and Colombia. There are two different variants of coffee plant - Coffea canephora and Coffea arabica.

Coffee Beans

Coffee plant is used to brew the globally popular drink - coffee. Coffee can be brewed and served in many different ways. The brewing contains phases such as fermenting the berries, drying them, shelling, aging, roasting, and grounding.

In addition the plant can be used to brew this addicting drink, it is also quite easily-grown and beautiful houseplant. Coffee seeds can be bought online from many herb shops.

Betel nuts are the fruits of Areca catechu - areca nut palm - an evergreen palm tree growing in the tropical Pacific, Asia, and east Africa. Areca palm can grow up to a height of 90 feet which is about 30 meters.

The fruits have been used in ritualistic settings. They are used widely in the areas where the tree grows native. Chewing them can cause mild stimulation and a feeling of well-being. The fruits of Areca catechu may be one of the most used stimulants in the World.

The nuts can be brewed like coffee or smoked like tobacco. In Malaysia betel nuts are even used to make special sweeties. When chewed it is done slowly - the chewing of betel nuts can last over several hours.

Rhodiola rosea, also known as Golden Root, has been compared favorably to Ginseng in studies because it has similar effects.

It has been used for centuries in traditional medicine of Russia, Scandinavia, and other countries. It has been traditionally used to increase physical endurance and work productivity, as well as the fight many illnesses and improve overall health.

Some studies have shown Rhodiola rosea may have properties that could be used to help with memory and cognition and disorders such as Parkinson’s.

Golden Root has been found to have stimulating effect on the central nervous system when used in medium or small doses. Larger doses has been found to have more sedative effects. Rhodiola rosea can be bought from specialized online shops.

Catha edulis, Khat, was extremely popular in ancient Egypt.

Khat was used to increase conversation. Catha edulis is little-known today outside its common use by Arab males in Yemen.

The United States has seen some popularity growth for Khat, but it is mostly limited to Arab immigrants. Catha edulis foliage, commonly called Khat or Quat, is illegal in the U.S.

Lepidium meyenii AKA Maca or Peruvian ginseng is a sort of natural alternative to Viagra. Maca Root has been used for centuries as an aphrodisiac and impotence remedy.

The Maca Root powder was used by the pre-Incan Andean tribes and by the Incas as an energizer during combat. The Incas used Lepidium meyenii to give them energy and courage.

Lepidium meyenii was and is brewed into a tea or mixed with food. The plant has been shown to increase stamina, male potency and endurance as well as mental acuity. Maca is often used in combination with Catuaba, Marapuama, and Yohimbe Bark.