Avena sativa is the botanical name given to the wild oats herb, which has been traditionally used for its aphrodisiac properties. Action Labs Avena Sativa supplement is one of the best herb extracts to try if you're looking for single-ingredient approaches to increased sexual desire and function. Many people prefer experimenting with, and get better and more predictable results from, single-ingredient approaches rather than the more common proprietary blend products. No aphrodisiac works for every one, every time. People vary in their response to all types of aphrodisiac and libido support approaches , but wild oats enjoys a very long history of dependable use and is well worth trying, especially as it has no harsh side effects and is safe for long-term use.