horny goat weed; Epimedium grandiflorum var. thunbergianum
A flowering plant in the Berberidaceae family, native to Japan. The name comes from the anchor-like shape of the flower. Often used in traditional medicine.
Horny goat weed blooms with uniquely shaped flowers in spring.
This herbal medicine contains horny goat weed.
Hiragana spelling, also used.
Kanji spelling using 碇 (anchor), reflecting the anchor-like shape of the flower. Rarely used.
Named after the anchor-like shape of its flower (碇/錨 meaning 'anchor'). The English common name 'horny goat weed' is a translation of its Chinese name, reflecting its traditional use as an aphrodisiac.