Tribulus terrestris has long been used as a tonic and aphrodisiac in Unani system of medicine. It has been used in India and Pakistan as a treatment for impotence and as a stimulant to enhance sexual drive and performance (Brown et al., 2001). T. terrestris has diuretic and uricosuric effects. In this review article introduction, description, active constituents and medicinal uses of T. terrestris have been given herewith.