Cistanche deserticola Appearance: Brown powder Functions: 1.Anti-nociceptive and anti-inflammatory activity caused by Cistanche deserticola in rodents. 2. Anti-oxidative action of the glycosides of Cistanche in the tissue of mice 3. Hepatoprotective activity of phenylethanoids from Cistanche deserticola 4. Kidney reinforcing and yang supporting action of cistanche deserticola Y. C. Ma before and after preparation 5. Sexual desire - effects normally begin within a few days; Erection - some people may notice improved erection within a day or two; Orgasms and climaxes are more intense; Mood and vision are improved. Many people report vision to be sharper and enhanced pleasure in seeing.