Prickly Chaff Flower (Achyranthes aspera) has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems such as Ayurveda, Siddha, and Unani. In these traditions, it is considered an important herb for supporting male reproductive health, specifically for conditions like impotence, seminal weakness, and as an aphrodisiac. The roots, seeds, and leaves are variously used in herbal formulations, sometimes in combination with other ingredients, purportedly to improve sexual vigor and fertility.

However, while animal studies have shown some potential androgenic and spermatogenic effects, direct human clinical trials validating these uses are scarce. The majority of the evidence supporting its use for the male reproductive system comes from historical texts, ethnobotanical surveys, and anecdotal reports rather than rigorous scientific studies. A few preliminary pharmacological studies suggest the presence of saponins and alkaloids in Prickly Chaff Flower that might influence hormonal or reproductive parameters, but these findings are not conclusive and have not been widely replicated.

In summary, the use of Prickly Chaff Flower to support the male reproductive system is rooted primarily in traditional practices. The scientific evidence base is very limited, so its efficacy for this purpose should be considered as primarily traditional rather than evidence-based.