Aphrodisiac Collection

Asia, Vietnam. Snake wine for sale in a Saigon store, Ho Chi Minh City

Yellow flowered ginseng plant, Panax quinquefolium
5856648 Yellow flowered ginseng plant, Panax quinquefolium by Sowerby, James (1757-1822); (add.info.: Yellow flowered ginseng plant, Panax quinquefolium)

Male orchis, Orchis mascula
5856775 Male orchis, Orchis mascula by Sowerby, James (1757-1822); (add.info.: Purple-flowered male orchis, Orchis mascula, with outline of bulb and stalk)

The Mandrake (engraving) (b / w photo)
CHT213059 The Mandrake (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School, (18th century); Ordre National des Pharmaciens, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

Tomatoes and Melons: 1. Poma amoris fructu luteo; 2. Melo Saccharinus variegatus; 3
STC115676 Tomatoes and Melons: 1.Poma amoris fructu luteo; 2.Melo Saccharinus variegatus; 3.Pseudocolocynthis Pomiformis, from the Hortus Eystettensis by Basil Besler (1561-1629), pub

Mandrake, from a treaty by Dioscorides (AD 40-c. 90) (vellum)
CHT199750 Mandrake, from a treaty by Dioscorides (AD 40-c.90) (vellum) by French School, (14th century); Bibliotheque de L Arsenal, Paris

Nova 2644 fol. 40r Mandrake, from Tacuinum Sanitatis (vellum)
ALI187158 Nova 2644 fol.40r Mandrake, from Tacuinum Sanitatis (vellum) by Italian School, (14th century); Osterreichische Nationalbibliothek, Vienna

American ginseng ou a cinq leaflets - Ginseng, Panax quinquefolium, with flower, leaf, seed and root
FLO4603394 American ginseng ou a cinq leaflets - Ginseng, Panax quinquefolium, with flower, leaf, seed and root. Handcoloured stipple copperplate engraving by Lambert Junior from a drawing by Pierre

A shop in Lhasa, Tibet, advertising Yartsa Gunbu - the caterpillar fungus
China, Tibet, Lhasa, A shop advertising Yartsa Gunbu Ophiocordyceps sinensis the caterpillar fungus considered an aphrodisiac and a cure-all for any ailment in both traditional Chinese

A New Speaker and The Wedding Night, February 7, 1789. February 7, 1789
A New Speaker and The Wedding Night, February 7, 1789

The Crowe & The Pigeon, October 1, 1799. October 1, 1799. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
The Crowe & The Pigeon, October 1, 1799

Asia, Vietnam. Snake wine for sale, Cai Be, Tien Giang Province

Ahmet III, 2127 Illustration from De Materia Medica by Dioscorides (gouache
XIR177171 Ahmet III, 2127 Illustration from De Materia Medica by Dioscorides (gouache on paper) by Mesopotamian, (13th century BC); Topkapi Palace Library, Istanbul

A Man looking for a deer tears for being aphrodisiac. Xilografia. Hortus Sanitatis by Johannes de Cuba (1430-1503). 15th C

LM of rhino horn
Polarised light micrograph of a cross-section of horn from the Indian rhinoceros. The horn consists throughout of keratin, and does not have a bony pith (unlike those of cattle)

American advertisement, 19th century, for Dr. Hollicks Aphrodisiac Remedy
PATENT MEDICINE. American advertisement, 19th century, for Dr. Hollicks Aphrodisiac Remedy

Oyster. One half of a European oyster (Ostrea edulis), which is cultivated for its flesh. Seafood is a good source of protein, although it can provoke allergies in some people

Rhino skull Everard Home
Copperplate engraving of a Rhino skull and horns from the work of Sir Everard Home before 1823

Chinese ginseng (Panax ginseng) fruits. Photographed in the Primorsky Territory, Russia

Asparagus spears
Asparagus (Asparagus officinalis). Tips of asparagus spears in a colander. This seasonal vegetable is a good source of folic acid, beta-carotene, potassium and the vitamins A, C and E

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"Exploring the Alluring World of Aphrodisiacs: From Snake Wine to Ginseng and More" Embark on a captivating journey through Asia, specifically Vietnam, where the enchanting allure of aphrodisiacs awaits. In Saigon's vibrant streets of Ho Chi Minh City, a store proudly displays its unique offering - snake wine for sale. This traditional elixir is believed to possess mystical powers that ignite passion and desire. Venturing further into Vietnam's picturesque landscapes, Cai Be in Tien Giang Province reveals another intriguing sight - snake wine enticingly showcased for those seeking an extraordinary experience. The locals swear by its ability to awaken dormant desires within. Amidst nature's bountiful treasures lies the yellow flowered ginseng plant known as Panax quinquefolium. Revered for centuries across cultures, this potent herb has been hailed as a natural aphrodisiac with remarkable rejuvenating properties. Delving deeper into botanical wonders, we encounter the male orchis or Orchis mascula. Its delicate blooms have long been associated with enhancing virility and kindling amorous passions. The mystique continues with depictions of The Mandrake - an ancient symbol of seduction captured in an evocative engraving from times past. Its bewitching qualities have fascinated generations who sought forbidden pleasures. Oysters take center stage in a vividly colored lithographic poster advertising their legendary reputation as aphrodisiacs par excellence. Their succulent taste and suggestive shape have made them synonymous with passionate encounters throughout history. Tomatoes and melons also find their place among these tantalizing delights; Poma amoris fructu luteo (yellow apple-shaped tomato), Melo Saccharinus variegatus (variegated sweet melon), each promising sensual indulgence when savored at just the right moment.