The maca plant, known scientifically as Lepidium meyenii, is sometimes referred to as Peruvian ginseng.

It mainly grows in the Andes of central Peru, in harsh conditions and at very high altitudes — above 13,000 feet (4,000 meters).

Maca is a cruciferous vegetable and therefore related to broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage and kale. It has a long history of culinary and medicinal uses

The main edible part of the plant is the root, which grows underground. It exists three colors, BLACK MACA,red maca and yellow maca..the root of maca look like turnip.The inner colour of maca are similar[brownish,yellowish creamish]

The taste of black maca root powder, has been described as earthy and nutty. Many people add it to their smoothies, oatmeal fuit salads, porridge beverages, warm water etc .Black maca root has been used for centuries to improve sexual function and boost energy.Maca root has been used traditionally as an aphrodisiac.studies have shown that maca powder improves semen quality.A half teaspoon of  black maca root powder once or twice daily is ideal.

Black Maca is the most rare form of maca (10-15%) and is thought to be the most sacred and saved for acute treatment of constitutional insufficiencies or chonic health conditions. Black Maca represents the external energy of our body (it is the male side of the maca), that which strengthens, gives vitality and gives direction to our organism. As such black maca benefits in male fertility,boost libido,fertility,sexual functions, helps in cognitive capacity (brain fog), brain function, energy, mental focus, mental health (antidepressant), physical performance, etc. Studies  have shown black maca root contains higher levels of bioactives vs yellow maca and red maca. Black maca root takes care of our entire external being and our masculine energy, it is like an uplifting and encouraging boost. Black maca is ideal for use by men and women for more chronic or acute conditions, imbalances and athletic and cognitive enhancement.