Mucuna pruriens
(redirected from Dolichos pruriens)Mucuna pruriens
A leafy vine, the legumes from which are regarded as an aphrodisiac and used in soups or ground into flour. It is said to boost sex drive and reduce premature ejaculation; it has also been used for prophylactic management of snakebites, as an antidepressant and to stimulate lucid dreaming.Segen's Medical Dictionary. © 2012 Farlex, Inc. All rights reserved.