Sometimes known as Peruvian ginseng, maca comes from the root of a plant that grows in the Andes Mountains. The Indigenous people of Peru have used maca as both food and medicine for centuries.

Maca root comes from the maca plant. Also known as Peruvian ginseng and its scientific name Lepidium meyenii, maca is commonly grown in the mountains of Peru. Comparable to the radish, maca and ...

Maca is a Peruvian plant that may have health benefits, such as boosting libido, energy, fertility, or improving mood. However, the evidence so far is limited. Maca originates in the Andes mountains.