What do the Chinese know that we don’t? In America, most men take the easy route to male enhancement, but are there better natural alternatives to popping a Viagra? Something you can take more often? Over the past decade, I’ve tested many supplements, and in this guide, I share my top Chinese herbs for male performance that really work.

In my experience, the best herbs for male enhancement come from Asia, then South America. There are several herbs used in both cultures that go by different names.

In my guide to Chinese herbs for male enhancement, I focus on the herbs that are most popular in Asian culture. I also share the benefits of each herb and where to buy the best brands.

It’s critical to purchase from the right vendors. Since most men don’t know what to look for when they’re shopping for Chinese herbs, shady vendors use fancy words to sell inferior products.

By following my guide, you’ll stick with the superior herbs that really work.

What are the benefits of Chinese herbs for men?

Whether you’re suffering from erectile dysfunction or just want a performance boost, Chinese herbs get the job done. I started taking them to help reverse a case of ED and have continued to take them since healing because they make life a lot more fun.

Here are some of the benefits I’ve experienced over the years:

Do you see what I mean about how Chinese herbs make my life a lot more fun?

Now, let’s check out the herbs.

Top 5 Chinese Herbs for Male Performance

Are you ready?

#1 Cordyceps

Cordyceps or “Chinese caterpillar fungus” is hand down the best Chinese herb for male performance enhancement.

What is cordyceps? It’s a parasitic fungus that infects insects. Once the host insect perishes, the cordyceps proliferates until mushrooms grow from the carcass.

There are two types of cordyceps sold commercially: Cordyceps Militaris and Cordyceps Sinensis. In my experience, both forms work. When I get a good cordyceps high, it’s unlike any other supplement I’ve tried.

The one downside is that it’s impossible to know how strongly a dose will affect you. That’s been the case for me in all my years of taking it.

Sometimes, I get a strong effect, and other times I get a mild effect. It’s even kicked in 24 hours after taking it while other times it’s taken just a few hours.

You also don’t want to take it every day because it’ll lose effectiveness quickly, and you’ll build up a tolerance. When you get a good effect, you’ll know for sure that it’s working.

Tip: Drink a caffeinated beverage such as coffee or green tea an hour or more after taking it. Click Here for the green tea I drink with it.

Here’s what I do:

1. Eat breakfast
2. Wait for my food to digest fully
3. Take cordyceps on an empty stomach
4. Take a 2-3 hour nap
5. Wake up and drink green tea

That procedure gives me the best chance of experiencing a cordyceps rush that lasts 12 hours or more.

What are the Cordyceps benefits?

• Improved mood
• A massive energy and libido boost
• Deeper breathing without effort
• Laser focus
• The best erection quality (rock-hard and enduring)
• Last a lot longer in bed (no premature ejaculation)
• Faster recovery for multiple rounds of sex
• The hardest workouts in the gym
• Euphoria

There’s almost nothing I love more than a good cordyceps high because it comes with no anxiety and no comedown. By the end, I go to sleep and wake up feeling normal.

I’ve tried “smart drugs” including Armodafinil and Modafinil. The effects I get from those so-called “nootropics” are nothing compared to a good green tea/cordyceps rush.

Where to buy Cordyceps?

I recommend checking out the products through the links below. Also, it’s best to make your own capsules.

With a capsule machine and these capsules, you can make a large batch in just a few minutes.

Below are links to quality powders and capsules:

• Capsules
• Capsules #2
• Powder #3

#2 Astragalus

Another one of the best Chinese herbs for male performance is known as astragalus. Asians believe this herb extends life, boosts energy and the immune system.

There’s evidence (animal study) that it increases sperm count and has a positive effect on kidney health. You’ll find that most Chinese herbs for male performance are believed to boost kidney health.

I took this herb on and off for several years and enjoy the energy boost it gives me. Unlike cordyceps, astragalus is better to take daily to get the most health benefits. The effects are subtle yet noticeable.

Astragalus Benefits

• Immune system boost (less sickness throughout the year)
• More energy
• Improved focus
• Anti-aging
• Improved cardiovascular health

I think of astragalus as the vitamin C of Chinese herbs.

Where to buy Astragalus?

• Capsules (iHerb)
• Tincture
• Powder

#3 Horny Goat Weed aka Yin Yang Huo

Epimedium aka horny goat weed, and in Chinese “Yin Yang Huo,” has been a staple in my herbal aphrodisiac stash for several years now.

The Chinese believe that goat weed can raise low testosterone levels and boost muscle mass. Horny goat weed is also believed to have anti-aging properties.

In my experience, it gives me an energy rush and boosts my libido to the highest of heights. When I take it, sex isn’t optional.

If I wasn’t horny before taking it, I surely will be after taking it. This usually leads to me digging through my phone contacts or searching for a ONS on Tinder.

Horny Goat Weed Benefits

• Massive libido boost
• Overall energy boost
• Better erection quality
• Shorter refractory period
• Improved mood

Where to buy Horny Goat Weed?

• Capsules (iHerb)
• Powder

Tip: Beware of the blends that contain saw palmetto and other ingredients. Men shouldn’t take saw palmetto because it can block DHT.

#4 Longjack

Longjack aka Tongkat Ali is one of the most powerful Chinese herbs for male performance enhancement and one that I swear by.

In one study (animal), the mice engaged in more rounds of sex for longer durations each round. While I don’t like to imagine watching that experiment, the animal activity does match what I’ve experienced with this herb.

There’s evidence that it boosts testosterone and male vitality. Of course, the bodybuilding community embraces it. In my experience, it improves my performance in the bedroom and in the gym.

It’s an extremely bitter herb, so it must be taken in capsules. It’s also best to take it in its 100:1 or 200:1 extract forms.

Some people claim that only the 200:1 extract does the job, but I’ve felt the positive effects with the 100:1 ratio as well as the 200:1.

Longjack Benefits

• Last longer in bed
• Increases stamina for more rounds
• Harder workouts in the gym
• Evidence of increased testosterone production in both animal and human studies
• Improved sperm quality
• Increase in physical strength
• Improved focus

Where to buy Longjack?

• Capsules
• Powder 100:1

Tip: I like to take Longjack with green tea for an added libido boost and jolt in the gym. Be sure to drink plenty of water if you take it before the gym.

#5 He Shou Wu

Last but certainly not least is He Shou Wu or Fo-Ti. This Chinese herb is believed to have anti-aging properties that reverse greying hair and treat hair loss.

One of the greatest benefits of Fo-Ti is its high zinc content. Zinc is essential for men on many levels including for healthy testosterone and sperm production.

Zinc is one of the only supplements that I always have with me, especially while traveling. Click here to check out the brand of zinc I’ve been taking for years with success.

The first time I took Fo-Ti, I noticed an increase in my energy and a spike in my libido. I liked it so much that I made a batch of capsules to take with me for my first trip to South America.

He Shou Wu Benefits

• Used as an anti-aging tonic in Chinese medicine
• Increased energy
• Improved hair health (good for greying hair and balding men)
• Increased stamina and endurance
• Libido Boost

Where to buy He Shou Wu?

• Capsules (The brand I take)
• Powder

Final Word

Now you know all my favorite Chinese herbs for male performance enhancement. Out of all the Chinese herbs I’ve tested over the years, these 5 worked the best for me.

I also tested Yohimbe and didn’t like it because it made me anxious. I’ve thought about giving it another try but haven’t gotten around to it.

Panax ginseng didn’t really do it for me either. I ordered the vials and never experienced the energy boost that people say they get from it.

Overall, cordyceps is my favorite natural male enhancement supplement followed by Tongkat Ali and horny goat weed. A good cordyceps rush is incredible.

What you learned:

This is an informational article only where I share my experiences with these herbs with you. Always consult a physician or other healthcare professional if you’re unsure about a new supplement.