Tribulus terrestris 20 PCS fresh seeds. Puncture Vine Seeds, Caltrops Seeds

🌱 Tribulus terrestris — Puncture Vine, Caltrops

Tribulus terrestris seeds are a product of the annual herb Tribulus terrestris, belonging to the Zygophyllaceae family. This plant is known for its medicinal properties, including antimicrobial, anti-sclerotic, anti-inflammatory, vasodilating, anticoagulant, choleretic, and diuretic effects.

🌿 Botanical Description

Tribulus terrestris is an annual herb that grows up to 1-2 meters in height. It has a woody stem, covered with sharp spikes, and leaves that are alternate, simple, and pinnately compound. The flowers are small, yellowish-green, and produce a fruit that is a berry with three seeds.

🌾 Growing & Agrotechnics

• Sowing depth: 1-2 cm, timing: spring or fall, pre-treatment: stratification for 30-60 days.
• Germination temperature and time: 20-25°C, 7-14 days.
• Soil type: well-draining, pH: 6.0-7.0.
• Watering and fertilization: moderate watering, balanced fertilizer.
• USDA Hardiness Zone: 4-9, frost tolerance: moderate.

🗺️ Natural Growing Areas

Tribulus terrestris is native to the Mediterranean region, Africa, and Asia, and can be found in dry, sandy areas, and rocky outcrops, typically at altitudes of 0-1000 meters.

✨ Interesting Facts

Tribulus terrestris has been used in traditional medicine for centuries to treat a variety of ailments, including hypertension, atherosclerosis, and prostatic hypertrophy. The plant contains glycosides, which are used to synthesize hormonal drugs such as progesterone and cortisone. It has also been shown to have a stimulating effect on the male sex glands and can help with erectile dysfunction, spermatorrhea, and oligospermia.