Two roots on one label
When you turn the Urozen bottle to the label, two of the names that stand out are Longjack and Maca. Both are plant roots, and both are named on the front of the bottle. This article simply introduces them: what they are, how their names appear on a label and where you might meet them elsewhere.
The goal is plain identification, so the next time you see these names on a supplement panel you know exactly what you are reading.
Roots are among the most familiar plant parts on supplement labels, partly because they are easy to dry, store and grind. Seeing a root named in a formula is routine, and the label always states which plant part is used.
What Longjack is
Longjack is the common name for Eurycoma longifolia, a shrub-like tree native to Southeast Asia. In supplements, the part used is the root, which is dried and ground or turned into an extract. You may also see it listed as tongkat ali on other products, which is another common name for the same plant.
On the Urozen label, the entry reads Longjack (Eurycoma longifolia) root, at 200 mg per capsule.
Longjack grows as a slender tree in the tropical forests of Malaysia, Indonesia and nearby countries. Producers harvest the root, wash and dry it, then mill it into a powder or prepare an extract. The label entry for the Urozen capsule names the root, which tells you the plant part involved.
What Maca is
Maca is the common name for Lepidium meyenii, a plant grown in the high Andes of Peru. It belongs to the same broad plant family as radishes and turnips, and the part used in supplements is the root. Dried maca root is usually sold as a pale tan powder, which can also be packed into capsules.
On the Urozen label, the entry reads Maca (Lepidium meyenii) root, at 125 mg per capsule.
Maca is cultivated at high altitude, where cool, windy conditions suit the plant. Growers harvest the swollen root, and it is dried before it is milled. The root can be beige, yellow, red or black, though dried powder is usually a pale tan.
Reading the names correctly
Botanical names help you recognise an ingredient even if a brand uses a different common name. Look for these three clues on any panel:
- The common name, such as Longjack or Maca.
- The Latin name in brackets, such as Eurycoma longifolia or Lepidium meyenii.
- The plant part, here the root, followed by the amount in milligrams.
Seeing all three together tells you exactly which plant and which part the label means.
For example, the same plant can be sold as an extract, which is a concentrated preparation, or as a plain ground root. The label wording tells you which one you are looking at, and a plain root entry usually carries no extra descriptor.
Where these roots appear
Both roots turn up in everyday wellness formulas, sometimes alone and sometimes alongside other plant ingredients and minerals. Formulas differ from brand to brand, which is why checking the amount per capsule matters more than the name alone. In Urozen, Longjack and Maca sit beside Zinc, Calcium, L-Arginine HCl, an Asian and Eleuthero Ginseng blend and a proprietary botanical blend.
You can see the full list of groups on the ingredients page and a broader walk-through in Urozen ingredients explained.
Shoppers also compare serving sizes, since a formula with larger or smaller capsules can show very different numbers on paper. Watching the unit avoids confusion.
Finding them on your bottle
- Turn the bottle to the Supplement Facts panel.
- Scan the list for Longjack and Maca by name.
- Read the amount listed beside each root.
- Compare those amounts with any other product you are considering, matching the serving unit.
The complete panel is printed on the bottle, and customer support can share label details if you would like them in writing.
Comparing the two entries
Placed side by side, the two lines on the Urozen panel look like this:
- Longjack (Eurycoma longifolia) root: 200 mg per capsule.
- Maca (Lepidium meyenii) root: 125 mg per capsule.
Both are listed individually, not inside a blend, so each has its own amount. That is helpful when you compare against other products. Check that the plant part, the Latin name and the serving unit all match before deciding two products have the same entry. The label-reading guide walks through each step.
Whatever you decide, you now know how to read these two entries without guessing.
Next steps
If these two roots caught your attention, the rest of the formula is worth a look as well. The minerals are covered in zinc and calcium in everyday formulas. When you are ready, you can pick a 2, 3 or 6 bottle pack on the official order page, backed by the 60-day money-back guarantee.
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Order UrozenFrequently Asked Questions
What are Longjack and Maca?
Both are plant roots. Longjack is the common name for Eurycoma longifolia, a plant native to Southeast Asia, and Maca is the common name for Lepidium meyenii, a plant grown in the Andes. In supplements, the root is dried and ground or extracted, then placed into capsules or sold as a powder. On the Urozen label, Longjack root is listed at 200 mg per capsule and Maca root at 125 mg per capsule. Both names appear on the front of the bottle, and the full Supplement Facts panel on the back or side of the bottle shows every amount in the formula. Customer support can share label details on request.
How can I find these ingredients on the Urozen label?
Look at the Supplement Facts panel on the bottle. Each ingredient is listed with its common name, often a Latin name in brackets, and an amount per capsule. Longjack appears as Longjack (Eurycoma longifolia) root, and Maca appears as Maca (Lepidium meyenii) root. The front of the white bottle with the blue label also names Longjack, Maca and Ginseng. Reading the panel directly is the most reliable way to confirm what is in each capsule. If you would like the details sent to you, contact customer support through the contact page and ask for the label information.