“Cistanche in Your Pants” aka “The Stalk Enlarger” and a Favorite of Genghis Khan
The roots and stems of a desert plant, Cistanche tubulosa, is said to not only improve performance in the bedroom but even size.
In The Essence of Medical Prescriptions, a Chinese physician in the tenth-century, had many formulas designed to help with performance in the bedroom and male potency. Of these, 80% contained cistanche. You can even notice the phallic shape it has (that’s called The Doctrine of Signatures)…

The Legend of Genghis Khan and Cistanche
As a legend there are several versions of this story, but here is one of them:
In 1190, Genghis Khan’s army was locked in what came to be known as the ‘Battle of the Thirteen Wings’ as he sought to unify Mongolia. His army was trapped on a plateau, fatigued and demoralized.
White horses then came down from the heavens of which the Khan and his men slit the throats. Blood spilled on the ground, from which sprang cistanche. The army consumed this, replenishing their strength and vitality. After this sign from god they went on to be victorious.
In addition to this legend, it is said that Genghis Khan consumed cistanche daily. His stamina and spread of his genes is said to make 8% of Asia’s populations his descendants. This is one in 200 men worldwide![1]
Cistanche’s Bedroom Performance Benefits
Limited research has been done on Cistanche Tubulosa extract, despite its thousands of years of historical use. Some findings include seminal vesicle and testicle support in rats[4].*

Other Cistanche Benefits
Basically, if it helps with performance in the bedroom, its also going to do a whole lot more. Cistanche studies in rats and humans have shown:
- Anti-Fatigue Activity[5]*
- Anti-Aging[8]*
- Improve Memory Function and Learning by Increasing Nerve Growth Factor[9]*
- Stimulates Nitric Oxide production[10]*
- Hormone Regulation[11]*
- Immunomodulatory[11][14]*
- Promotes Healthy Inflammatory Response[11]*
- Promotion of bone formation[12]*
- Stimulates ATP[13]*
- Antioxidant[15]*
Active components include:
- Cistanosides
- Echinacosides (improves naive T-cell numbers resulting in a “younger” immune system)[17]*
- Acteosides
- Betaine
- Two major polysaccharide fractions, CDA-1A and CDA-3B, stimulating T and B-cell proliferation[14]*
Cistanche contains minerals including, potassium, phosphorus, calcium, magnesium, sodium, iron, manganese, copper, zinc and boron. [16]

Cistanche According to TCM
- Yang Jing
- Kidney Herb
- Large Intestine Herb
- Promotes Blood*
- Warming and Moistening
- Sweet and Salty
- Directs Blood Flow to Pelvic and Genital Area*
- Most revitalizing when used continuously for a period of time
There are four commonly used types of this plant, Cistanche deserticola, Cistanche tubulosa, Cistanche salsa and Cistanche sinensis. Their use and benefits appear to be interchangeable. Our extract is made of Cistanche tubulosa.
Quality, Dosage and How to Use
Our Cistanche Tubulosa extract is grown organically on the Tibetan plateau. Then is dual extracted using both water and alcohol. It is specified for at least the following:
- Total phenylethanoid glycosides greater than 60%
- Echinacosides greater than 20%
- Aceteosides greater than 6%
Recommended to take one to two grams, or 1/2 to 1 teaspoon, per day. Can also be added to hot water, other drinks or taken straight.
This Cistanche supplement has a bitter and salty taste.
Our Cistanche Tubulosa extract has been tested and found to contain no PDE-5 Inhibitors or Analogues. These are the active ingredients in the little blue pill and related drugs. Unfortunately, these are commonly used added ingredient to cut with inferior quality sex herbs. We are proud to have Cistanche Extract that is high-quality that needs no special (and highly illegal) help to make it seem better than it is. For more info look at the test results in the lab results tab at the top of the page.



David Lesperance (verified owner) –
I would love to give you a honest review but the package was received damaged and found it’s way to the trash.
Luke M (verified owner) –
I ended up getting cistanche and Cordycepts to boost DHT production and hopefully raise strength and testosterone and believe me I think it worked but I stopped taking it long before any benefits. 1st day taking these products I woke up and noticed the back of my arms were red and itchy like a smash rash had formed, I thought nothing of it. Day 2 I woke ul and my neck was red but it was manageable so I was confused, Day 3, I woke up and my skin was extremely oily my neck had broken out there was about 30 pimples on my neck and several on my face I was in shock. Mind you I never broke out in highschool. So I believe this supplement raised my testosterone that ut make my skin oily and I broke out. I’m going to experiment lower doses .5g from now on and see what happened but be careful buying these supplements.
Vincent Easter (verified owner) –
I still feel tried
Joseph (verified owner) –
No noticeable results at this time
Carl Bergeron (verified owner) –
Great product but cost is kinda high
Mark Board (verified owner) –
I’m not sure if this is working for me.
Murray (verified owner) –
The product was easy to order. It didn’t meet my expectations
M. Harrison Customer (verified owner) –
I think it is a dud which has no potency in them. It may work for the horny ones.
It is not worth the price for this product to me.
lazaro rodriguez (verified owner) –
Very good product!!
Glen Cullen (verified owner) –
I never received my order. It’s been 7 weeks since I ordered it and I still haven’t gotten it.
Ken Rowe (verified owner) –
Very expensive. I mix/cut/stretch it with polyrachis ant and maca and find it does give me a boost in strength and a feeling of pronounced virility.
Vincent Beere (verified owner) –
Cistanche in the pants…. need I say more
Michael Bolling (verified owner) –
Seems like a good product so far. Has really helped with the size and fullness of my balls.
Lloyd Davis (verified owner) –
The product was worth the experience!
Mark D (verified owner) –
Sleep really well, feel good next day after taking it. 200mg before bed empty stomach.
Paul Taylor (verified owner) –
I haven’t noticed anything.
Curtis Hurley (verified owner) –
Great!
Thanks
Warren Brain (verified owner) –
Not a great taste though
Frank Santillan (verified owner) –
Sorry guys but this product did Nothing for me
Robert Buchanan (verified owner) –
best way to re-find your empire
Sabine Richter (verified owner) –
Product helped after the first days!!
Curtis Hurley (verified owner) –
It’s great.
Just wish was cheaper.
But I wish all things were cheaper.
Thanks
Alan Brown (verified owner) –
Pricey but I get multiple positive results from Cistanche! Blood flow for sure and helps low back for me.
heer/mevrouw frank van hoof (verified owner) –
great quality packaging and product.. Just straight 5 *’s
heer/mevrouw frank van hoof (verified owner) –
great quality packaging and product.. Just straight 5 *’s
Kim (verified owner) –
String earthy taste but enjoyed the results
james flood (verified owner) –
Works well I use before a work out and it Amazing!!!
alpha.stylish2001 (verified owner) –
I did NOT get the results that I wanted and expected.
It increased my sex drive and my energy a little bit and when ever I took it, I was much less tired, but it did NOT make my penis bigger, unfortunately, hahaha, and it did NOT increase my testosterone levels. I did a blood test, that’s the reason why I know, that it did NOT increase my testosterone levels.
Darryl Meadows (verified owner) –
Couldn’t tell any difference using this product alone and I am not sure what was working for me in the Hercules formula or if it was due to synergism.
Darryl Meadows (verified owner) –
Couldn’t tell any difference using this product alone and I am not sure what was working for me in the Hercules formula or if it was due to synergism.
rich hertz –
been using cisthance for a month and man am I THRILLED Im 65 and going like 16 also hanging longer and thicker than ever my wife is thrilled
WILLIAM TROUPE (verified owner) –
Very good works well will keep re-ordering it.
Ted Etheredge (verified owner) –
Best product I have ever used for strength and stamina. I will take this for the rest of my life.
carlos clark (verified owner) –
It works as stated.
alia ahmad (verified owner) –
Amazing quality and worth buying with its benefits.
David Martinez (verified owner) –
It works,, added to horny goatweed
Pee (verified owner) –
It really works.I’m totally happy with my purchase
MARK D (verified owner) –
Along with horny goat weed, my favorite herb for male hormones. I really notice when I take this (no more than once per week).
David Goodwill (verified owner) –
Cistanche in combination with Pine Pollen has my equipment functioning perfectly.
Curtis Hurley (verified owner) –
Just wish it was a little cheaper.
But i wish everything was a little cheaper
winfred black (verified owner) –
The product is more effective than that of another brand I’d tried.
David Chandler (verified owner) –
Seems to have what makes you feel like a man again.
Mark G. (verified owner) –
This Cistanche is AMAZING. It actually DOES add girth.
GKS (verified owner) –
Extremely expensive per dose, too early to tell if there is a measurable effect yet (1 week). Very strong, woody taste, but tolerable. Mixes well in warm distilled water. Starting out 1 tsp daily in the morning. 5 days on, 2 days off cycling. Taken alongside nettle tincture to avoid T conversion to estradiol
Jeffrey GIBSON (verified owner) –
I will buy again
Jeffrey GIBSON (verified owner) –
I will buy again
Murray Acton (verified owner) –
Just received yesterday
Will let you know after a month.
Expect it to live up to your usual standards
Andy — (verified owner) –
This is one of only two herbs I actually recommend as the results are real and measurable (for me at least). Again, the only negative are the shipping costs otherwise I’d buy it more often.
Gurpreet Sidhu (verified owner) –
To be honest you guys have fantastic customer service, but unfortunately this product didn’t help me at all for ED. I am taking this with pine pollen and didn’t see any improvement. Earlier I had thors hammer which also ended same Reilly’s then from forums I decided to go for above 2 which appears to be disappointing as well as almost 60 % of supply gave no affect. Not what else I use ? Suggestion is appreciate
sidhu.gurpreet (verified owner) –
No positive results noticed despite taking Cistanche as powder long with Pine pollen powder. Very disappointing results.
Chelsea Satterthwaite –
Hey Mr.Gurpreet, while I appreciate you sharing your personal experience with the herbs, Id love to get you in touch with our customer support team in order to assist you in finding a product that may help you achieve your health goals. If you are interested in this, please let us know.
Walt Czarnecki Jr. (verified owner) –
Works as advertised.
Donald Anderson (verified owner) –
So far I’m loving it and love the service of lost empire
richard lewis (verified owner) –
Quality product.
MARK D (verified owner) –
Cistanche is one of those miracle worker herbal supplements for me. This is also one of the yuckier tasting products out there and if it came in a capsule or tincture I’d be grateful!
rita tennes (verified owner) –
I love this product i take at least for times a day i think it helps take the water out of the system and is delicious
Roberto Ciarroni (verified owner) –
Hi all
I take 1 tablespoon of Cistanche, 1 tablespoon of Horny Goat Weed and 1 tablespoon of Beet Juice Powder. I mix it all with natural water. After 30 minutes I have increased libido.
It works for me!
Anthony Doroska (verified owner) –
I like product learning that helps with muscle recovery and immune systemand much more.
Robert Buchanan (verified owner) –
stiff bamboo..
ethan baker (verified owner) –
Great stuff but have to cycle body becomes accustomed
James Squire (verified owner) –
I like the herb. But I am not sure that it has tremendous impact on my manhood. But I am pretty sure it has helped somewhat.
Cameron Hawley (verified owner) –
Lost Herbs does herbal extracts right. You can taste and smell the difference. You will pay a little more for their products but it’s worth every penny.
Vaughn Ungard (verified owner) –
Really gives you cistanche-ial benifits.
Greg Kinney (verified owner) –
I have not noticed much difference, but it may be too early to tell. Drink in warm liquid or hot water….clumps easily in cold liquid.
Marc Corbett (verified owner) –
Just commenced its use No results yet
Neil Horwitz (verified owner) –
Taken during my morning workout seems to support my under active thyroid condition and balance my hormones
Curtis Hurley (verified owner) –
Everything was fine thanks
Kenneth Middleton Jr. (verified owner) –
Cistanche does everything it purports to do. It definitely increases my sexual energies which translates to better performance.
David Rosales (verified owner) –
didnt really notice a change to much… I will say that first couple weeks I felt “thicker” outside of that I know it works extremely well in Thor (I tried a version 2.0 and notice a lot of different things and thought it most have been the cistanche… perhaps it was the combo of the herbs instead) overall good herb.
Bruce Frame (verified owner) –
Provides the necessary nitrate oxide boost along with the beet powder I take for performance. I notice a difference in quality of erections when not taking this product.
Hubette (verified owner) –
I have been taking Cistanche for about a month. Directed by my Dr. to build my immune system. I feel great, I believe it has benefitted my overall health. After reading many of these reviews, my hubby also takes it. I believe he has benefited from it also.
I am a firm believer in quality organics herbs and vitamins and feel this is a fair price for a good product.
Carl Glisson (verified owner) –
Very bad taste, but most of the herbs have that. I experienced no difference in how I felt or my performance abilities.
David Carino (verified owner) –
Cistanche does exactly what it says it does; it helps me in the gym and in the bedroom.
Eddie Mack (verified owner) –
This Company has Great Products & Great Service!
Carl L Glisson (verified owner) –
I’ve used almost all of the product in the shipment, partially by itself and some with other herbs. I haven’t felt any benefits. I’ve requested a refund.
Timothy Francis (verified owner) –
Perfect just what i needed
kstiles.css (verified owner) –
I love this stuff! It makes me feel good and does seem to increase blood flow where you need it 😉 This is by far a great long-term herb. Some have even suggested that it takes 3 months of continued use to see the full effects. I tried one month and was pleased. I would purchase 3 months supply, but it’s just too expensive. LOL! Anyway, I will be buying more. 🙂
Loke Kok Leong (verified owner) –
Product not effective and I feel no difference taking it.
bruce.frame (verified owner) –
First time using Cistanche along with the Pine Pollen I noticed an overall healthier looking manhood down there flaccid and in erect state. Sadly finances and a little experimenting with the other herb products I did not purchase more until now. I am looking forward to a regime of Pine Pollen, Cistanche and Tongkat Ali to stay healthy with good T levels and performance for my lovely wife.
One question though in taking the Cistanche. I read on another herb website about taking Cistanche as a warm tea. I usually drink my herbs cold with a vitamin water. Would taking my herb mixture as a warm tea allow for better absorption and utilization by my body? Any feedback on this would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for great products Lost Empire. Bruce Frame
Earl Reid (verified owner) –
Another very good product
Loke Kok Leong (verified owner) –
Product has no effect on me, maybe it is just me.
stakfigaroas (verified owner) –
I’ve been taking this product along with pine pollen and have’nt really noticed a whole lot so far but I realize that sometimes we have to be patient, so I will continue taking it.
john (verified owner) –
this stuff is great. Out of all the herbs I use, this is by far the best for increasing libido
Dave (verified owner) –
I am 67 and have struggled lately with ED. Pretty much determined it is psychological and am not interested in going the medication route. I have given up antihistamines for sleep which has been difficult, but I am making it work. Now, for the review of Cistanche. It is part of a rotation and I have only taken it four times over the last four weeks. I noticed the thickening of my penis a few days after the first dose and thought, “That’s interesting.” The real surprise came after the second week when my wife made a comment about my penis being thicker. She knew that I was taken herbs for my ED, but had absolutely no idea what I was taking, let alone what the affects were supposed to be! She is not one to humor me and a change has to be obvious for her to notice. Needless to say, this scores five stars and more if it were possible. BTW, I have taken it with juice, but the best idea so far has been hot milk with a tablespoon of creamer.
Don (verified owner) –
I purchased this a year ago and really liked the results. After my supply ran out, I thought I would save some money and I bought another brand off of Amazon. Well, here I am back here ordering some more. There is no comparison in quality.
ken r. –
So I’m going to “revise” my review of LE’s cistanche that I submitted exactly two years ago. I’ve been upping my intake of cistanche more regularly, actually mixing it with Bacopa and Schizandra — taking a half-teaspoon every morning and then another mid-morning. Not only do I have a clear head but feel as though I could ‘plow’ my way through walls. On days when I consume this mixture along with my dosing of Tongkat Ali, I almost feel superhuman. As a side benefit, and I don’t know if this is psychosomatic or real, I truly believe I’ve gotten larger down there. I’d heartily recommend this herb for guys who don’t seem to respond to Pine Pollen or TA.
Zane Christopher –
Thank you for this Ken! A side note that I think people should know is that this Cistanche is a better quality and more potent version then the one we had 2 years ago. That could perhaps contribute to your new evaluation. I love this new stuff too!
Patrick (verified owner) –
This is the fastest acting herb I’ve yet to encounter. Libido and erection response were within the hour of consuming. This herb tops my personal herb arsenal!
Don –
I suffer from T-conversion to estrogen do to Glyphosate poisoning an this has stopped the turtle effect. My junk used to crawl inside and the head shaft an all would be over 1 inch inside my body without even any skin left protruding. This is quite painful an uncomfortable to say the least. I mix these herbs with it Mucuna Puriens, Nettle root, Spartan, Phoenix, Hercules, pine pollen, He Shou Wu, and Tongkat Ali in my protein or green smoothie. At first it was all I could do to get it down but after a month I guess my taste buds have turned to liken them. Maybe because of the great result I’m having, maybe the reason for them tasting so much better today.
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Couldn’t tell any difference using this product alone and I am not sure what was working for me in the Hercules formula or if it was due to synergism.
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Works well I use before a work out and it Amazing!!!
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String earthy taste but enjoyed the results
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great quality packaging and product.. Just straight 5 *’s