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Lost Desert Oasis Cistanche tubulosa Extract Powder

Bridging ancient wisdom and modern phytotherapy, the Lost Desert Oasis Cistanche tubulosa Extract Powder offers a connection to centuries of wellness tradition. Known for its profound ability to nourish vital energies and support overall regeneration, this celebrated herb is now available in a potent, versatile powder form. Each serving captures the rich heritage of Cistanche, delivering a concentrated extract designed to promote longevity, enhance cognitive clarity, and support vitality.*

Sourced ethically from the pristine Taklamakan Desert, our Lost Desert Oasis Cistanche tubulosa is carefully harvested and extracted to the highest standards of purity and potency. This 50:1 full-spectrum extract offers ultra-pure bioavailability, providing a flexible way to incorporate this exceptional desert herb into your daily wellness routine. Whether you aim to strengthen your immune system, enhance mental clarity, or maintain skin and joint health, Lost Desert Oasis offers a holistic solution for well-being.*

Traditional Wisdom, Modern Benefits

Comprehensive Health Support: Lost Desert Oasis Cistanche tubulosa Extract Powder delivers adaptogenic and tonic benefits to help maintain immune and endocrine health, enhance cognitive function, and support healthy skin and joints.* This multifaceted approach underscores Cistanche tubulosa's role in supporting vitality and overall well-being.*
Rich Ethnobotanical Tradition: Revered in Classical Chinese Medicine, Cistanche tubulosa (Ròu Cōng Róng; 肉苁蓉) traditionally supports Kidney Yang (Shèn Yáng), essence (Jīng), and marrow (Suǐ), while also promoting digestive health (Rùn Cháng). This time-honored herb continues to bridge ancient knowledge with modern wellness, fostering energy, stamina, and balanced health.*
Ethical Daodi Sourcing: Harvested from the traditional Daodi region of the Taklamakan Desert, our Cistanche tubulosa is ethically sourced. Unlike Cistanche deserticola and Cistanche salsa, this variety is not listed under CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species), ensuring sustainable sourcing without the risk of overharvesting.*

Precision in Every Product

High Bioavailability and Flexibility: Designed for optimal absorption, our Cistanche tubulosa extract powder is easy to integrate into your daily routine—simply mix it with water, coffee, or your favorite beverage. Each serving provides the full spectrum of benefits, allowing you to experience Cistanche's remarkable essence.*
Ultra-Pure Chun Fen Extract Powder: Our full-spectrum 50:1 extract is free from fillers or additives, ensuring the utmost purity and potency. This ultra-pure Chun Fen extract powder guarantees uncompromised quality in every serving.*
Made in the USA: Crafted in the USA with globally sourced ingredients, our Cistanche tubulosa extract powder is produced in an FDA-registered, NSF-certified, and certified organic facility, exemplifying our commitment to safety, quality, and purity.*

Available exclusively from RAW Forest Foods, Lost Desert Oasis Cistanche tubulosa represents the height of full-spectrum phytotherapy. Crafted with our ultra-pure Chun Fen 50:1 Cistanche tubulosa powder, this product delivers an exceptional solution for those seeking the finest in natural wellness and botanical craftsmanship.

Field Notes

The Origin of Lost Desert Oasis Cistanche tubulosa Extract Powder

Our journey with Lost Desert Oasis Cistanche tubulosa began in 2012 when we introduced this extraordinary herb to Western audiences, once known only to a few practitioners of Classical Chinese Medicine. For us, Cistanche tubulosa represents a commitment to sharing nature’s best with the world, blending ancient knowledge with modern innovation.

With deep roots in Classical Chinese Medicine, Cistanche has long been prized for its adaptogenic and tonic properties, supporting vitality and holistic well-being.* Our extraction process has evolved over the years from a 10:1 to the ultra-pure 50:1 Chun Fen extract powder that defines Lost Desert Oasis Cistanche tubulosa today. This evolution reflects our unwavering dedication to purity and potency, ensuring each serving delivers the full essence of this revered herb.

For over a decade, we’ve seen a growing appreciation for Cistanche among our customers. It has been an honor to watch its journey, and we are proud to share it with you. We hope you, too, experience the vitality, balance, and well-being that Cistanche tubulosa offers.

Behind the Lost Desert Oasis Name

The name Lost Desert Oasis celebrates both the desert origins of Cistanche tubulosa—sourced from the pristine Taklamakan Desert—and its unique place in Chinese herbalism. In Classical Chinese Medicine, balance is essential. Many popular adaptogenic herbs, such as Ginseng and Ashwagandha, are known for their warming, Yang-enhancing effects, which can sometimes lead to imbalance, particularly in those with underlying Yin deficiencies.

Cistanche tubulosa offers a unique counterbalance as a Yin tonic, providing moisture and nourishment to the body’s vital essence, or Jīng, helping to restore what stress, age, and overexertion may deplete. In Chinese medicine, Yin represents the body’s cooling, restorative, and nourishing qualities, which help maintain energy balance. Unlike Yang tonics, which energize, Cistanche offers deep, restorative benefits, making it especially beneficial for those experiencing fatigue, dryness, or aging related to stress.

The desert’s dry environment mirrors the imbalance many experience when their Yin is depleted. Just as an oasis rejuvenates a barren landscape, Cistanche tubulosa replenishes the body, delivering moisture and nourishment where it’s needed most. Its ability to support Kidney Yang while nourishing Kidney Yin makes it a uniquely balanced herb, fostering vitality without overstimulation.

The Lost Desert Oasis name reflects both the origin and symbolism of this herb as a source of replenishment, balance, and renewal. In times when life’s demands drain our energy, Cistanche serves as a personal oasis, calming the mind and helping to rebuild the deep reserves that sustain long-term health.

As we deepen our understanding of Cistanche tubulosa, our appreciation grows for its unique adaptogenic and Yin-supporting qualities. We are proud to offer this remarkable herb in a convenient powder form, making it accessible to anyone seeking its profound benefits. Like an oasis in the desert, Cistanche serves as a vital source of balance and renewal, supporting the body’s natural vitality. We invite you to experience Cistanche tubulosa’s transformative power and join us on this journey toward renewed health and well-being with Lost Desert Oasis.*

Primary Ingredients

Cistanche tubulosa Extract – 100% of Formula

<p><em>Cistanche tubulosa</em></p> — *Cistanche tubulosa*

Description: Cistanche tubulosa, or Ròu Cōng Róng (肉苁蓉) in Classical Chinese Medicine, is a highly regarded herb traditionally used to support kidney health, boost vitality, and promote overall wellness.* Documented in the Shennong Bencaojing (Divine Farmer’s Classic of Materia Medica) between the first and second centuries CE, it was classified as a Superior Class herb due to its rejuvenating and longevity-promoting properties. In Chinese medicine, Cistanche is valued for nourishing Jīng (essence) and Suǐ (marrow)—essential foundations for endurance, vitality, and mental clarity. By strengthening Kidney Yang (Shèn Yáng), this herb is believed to restore stamina, resilience, and overall vitality.*

The effects of Cistanche are attributed to its high concentration of bioactive compounds, particularly phenylethanoid glycosides like echinacoside and acteoside. These compounds are known for promoting antioxidant activity, supporting immune health, and enhancing cognitive function, making Cistanche tubulosa a holistic choice for those seeking sustained energy, endurance, and longevity support.*

Ethnobotanical Tradition: For centuries, Cistanche tubulosa has been used as a potent tonic to nourish essence and marrow, two pillars of physical and mental health. In Classical Chinese Medicine, it is especially valued for its ability to strengthen Kidney Yang, a key aspect in sustaining vitality, libido, and physical resilience. Traditionally used to address signs of depletion—such as fatigue or lowered immune function—it has also been employed to support healthy aging.*

Modern research has begun to validate these traditional uses, investigating Cistanche for its potential benefits in supporting endocrine health, enhancing cognitive function, promoting immune response, and maintaining skin and joint health.* These studies not only support its historical use but also highlight its expanding role in contemporary wellness.

Sourcing: Our Cistanche tubulosa is sustainably harvested from the Taklamakan Desert in the Tarim Basin, a region renowned for high-quality herbs cultivated according to the Daodi tradition. This practice ensures the herb grows in its natural environment, where the harsh desert conditions enhance the potency of its active compounds. As this species is not listed under CITES, our responsible sourcing practices ensure sustainability without risk of overharvesting or environmental harm.

Parts Used: Stem.

Role in Formula: As the sole ingredient, Cistanche tubulosa provides a concentrated, full-spectrum extract designed to deliver the herb’s comprehensive range of adaptogenic and tonic benefits. This single-herb formulation offers extensive support for vitality, endurance, and well-being—nourishing both body and mind.*

Using Lost Desert Oasis Cistanche tubulosa Extract Powder

Our recommended method for using extract powders is to mix them with several ounces of warm to hot water, stir until dissolved, and drink it in one gulp. To maximize absorption, take this product on an empty stomach, at least 30 minutes before consuming any other food or drink.

<p>Start With Hot Water</p> — Start With Hot Water

<p>Measure Out the Extract</p> — Measure Out the Extract

<p>Stir to Dissolve</p> — Stir to Dissolve

Dosage Guidelines

As a dietary supplement, adults take 1,260 mg (approximately 1 scoop) 1 – 2 times daily, preferably on an empty stomach. Please consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before use, especially if you have any medical conditions or are taking other medications. Dosage can be split into two servings—half in the morning and half in the evening.

Storage

Keep out of the reach of children. Do not use if safety seal is damaged or missing. Store at room temperature.

Extended Reading and Resources

Cistanche tubulosa Herbal Monograph

Research Highlight: Cistanche tubulosa and Testosterone

Using Adaptogenic and Tonic Herbs

Using Extract Powders

Daodi Ingredient Sourcing

Ultra-Pure Chun Fen Extract Powders

Knowledge Tree

Product Details

Product Family:	Lost Desert Oasis Cistanche Tubulosa
Primary Ingredient:	Cistanche tubulosa
Ethnobotanical Name:	Ròu Cōng Róng (肉苁蓉)
Ethnobotanical Tradition:	Classical Chinese Medicine
Primary Action*:	Longevity and Healthspan
Supporting Actions*:	Adaptogenic and Tonic; Brain (Nootropic) Health; Endocrine System Health; Immune System Health; Jīng and Yuán Qi Tonic; Libido and Desire; Proandrogenic; Reproductive Health
Product Form:	Extract Powders
Extraction and Processing:	Hot Water Extract Powder
Extraction Strength:	50:1 Full Spectrum Concentrated Extract
Servings Per Container:	56
Net Contents:	70 grams
Featured Guidebook:	Adaptogens and Tonics
Product Features:	Ethically and Ecologically Sourced; Ultra-Pure Chun Fen Extract Powder; Bioavailable; Ready-To-Use; Gluten Free; Non-GMO; Made in the USA; UV Protected Packaging; Vegan
Year Introduced:	2012

Product Reviews

29 reviews Write a Review

4
Cistanche Extract

Cliff on Mar 01, 2019

Works well at expanding blood vessels and increasing blood flow. I can tell big difference whenever I run out. Wish RFF would offer in larger quantities. Taking 1/2 teaspoon twice daily.
5
Cistanche Tubulosa

Cliff on Oct 29, 2019

At a teaspoon twice daily, this product is awesome for the gym and definitely increases blood flow. This also promotes improvement with virility and sexual stamina. Wish it sold in 140 gram packs.
5
CISTANCHE - high quality

Neil Horwitz on Dec 16, 2018

I have been using this product for 2 weeks and immediately noticed on day 1 that it is high quality. I take this before my morning workout and it gives I have been using this product for two weeks just before my morning workout. I feel a burst of energy and I have more stamina. I am prone to kidney stones, but with use of this product which is a kidney tonic so far so good.
5
Pure and Best!

Udo on Sep 21, 2018

Raw Forest Food products are top notch in quality. I can't recommend them enough. You will absolutely feel the effects, no placebo. I also like knowing their products are unadulterated, and organic, when possible.
5
CISTANCHE

Gary Lloyd on May 17, 2018

I have tried several other brands of Cistanche and much prefer this one. I recently read a study that this is very helpful for auto-immune problems and I have had CFS for 30 years. I feel much better taking this product along with Taproot and Pine Pollen Extract. Keep up the good work RAW Forest Foods!!
5
Quality Cistanche

Jim on Aug 05, 2017

I've bought from a lot of different suppliers over the years, and in my opinion Raw Forest does a great job in providing high-quality products. I've been very pleased with the quality and results of the Cistanche. Like all your products, it smells, tastes and looks fresh, and the effects are potent. Great stuff, keep up the good work! And if you've never tried Cistanche, you should give it a shot. If it's good enough for Genghis Khan, it's good enough for you.
5
Cistanche

Steve on Jan 13, 2017

Making a tea with 1/2 tsp. Cistanche and 1 tsp. pine pollen powder. Drinking upon waking and when I get home from work. I'm a healthy 58 yr. old male and never had ED. However, T was kind of low (300's) and felt worn out most days and nights. Have been doing this for about a week and clearly have more energy and libido. Looking forward to next blood test...
5
Cistanche

sheree Lindsay on May 25, 2016

Taking this product for "Immune senescence" in other words..to rejuvenate the ageing immune system! Happy so far!
5
Good product.

Douglas Jones on Dec 15, 2015

Good product. Too bad they only give you half of your order. Label says 43 teaspoon servings. Contains only 22 teaspoon servings. I have made two inquires regarding this matter and they refuse to even respond. If they don't respond I assume they are fully aware of the issue and don't care!!!
5
Better than I had imagined

jasun on Sep 07, 2015

I've been taking CT on and off for about a year and half. Only on and off because it is so powerful I don't find the need to take it all the time. I take about 1/4 teaspoon 3 times a week. I'm 52, pretty fit, eat well etc. and I must say that it is a very interesting herb. I love how differently it has effected all of the reviewers. One of the properties it has for me is too tighten and seriously enliven the skin. And I already had great skin. People have a hard time believing I'm not in my early 40's. The herb can be a bit distracting in that i do wake up several times a night with powerful woodies when I am taking it. Also the power felt during love making would make porn kings jealous, seriously- it imparts a natural Tantric empowerment to the delight of both partners, ha ha. Don't take it if you plan on not having a mate! I could go on... One other very very import thing, no side effects!

Lost Desert Oasis Cistanche Tubulosa Extract Powder – 70 Gram Jar

Lost Desert Oasis Cistanche Tubulosa Extract Powder – 70 Gram Jar