Trees Around The World Tour- CHASTE TREE

Vitex agnus-castus       |       Lamianceae     |      chaste tree

Noteworthy Characteristics:

The fruit stimulates production of prolactin, which increases lactation in women. Athenian women used leaves and stems in their beds to remain chaste. The pepper-like berries are claimed to be an anaphrodisiac (suppresses libido), hence the common name of Monk’s pepper. There are also claims the fruit is an aphrodisiac!

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Additional Resources to Explore:

• Link to the Campus Arboretum Species Description page
• Link to the Campus Arboretum Trees Around The World Tour page (for booklet, self-guided campus tours, or docent led tour information)