Dietary Supplement Nutricost Quality Guaranteed Vegetarian Product Gmp Compliant Facility Non-gmo Product Third Party Tested Gluten-Free Maca root-also known as Peruvian ginseng-is a cruciferous vegetable native to the Peruvian Andes. Maca root of chock full of bioactive compounds like amino acids, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Modern research is beginning to support the traditional notions that maca root may be used to boost libido and sexual function in both men and women.