Description
Catuaba (Trichilia catigua) Bark Powder
Catuaba Bark Powder comes from the bark of Trichilia catigua, a tree native to Brazil. Also known as Catiguá or Catuama, this distinctive Brazilian botanical has a long history of traditional use in South American herbal practices.
For generations, people in Brazil have used Catuaba bark in traditional herbal preparations. Traditional herbalists have valued the bark as a botanical tonic, while its long history has made it a familiar ingredient in Brazilian herbal traditions.
The name Catuaba can refer to several different Brazilian plants. However, Trichilia catigua is one of the species commonly associated with Catuaba bark. This distinction matters because different plants may appear under the same common name.
Our pure Catuaba powder contains the naturally occurring compounds found in the dried bark. Unlike a concentrated extract, this product does not use standardization to a specific percentage of an individual compound. Instead, it provides the bark in its natural powdered form.
Traditional Brazilian Herb
Catuaba has an interesting place in Brazilian herbal culture. People have traditionally prepared the bark in teas, decoctions and other herbal preparations. Its strong, bitter flavour is characteristic of the bark.
Today, this South American botanical remains popular among people interested in traditional herbs and natural plant products. In particular, its distinctive history makes it an interesting addition to a collection of Brazilian botanicals.
How to Use Catuaba
Traditionally, people have prepared the dried bark as a tea or decoction. You can also incorporate the fine powder into suitable herbal preparations according to your preferred use.
Because Catuaba has a naturally strong and bitter flavour, many people prefer to combine it with other herbs or strongly flavoured ingredients. For example, you can include it as part of your own herbal blends or traditional-style preparations.
The finely ground bark provides a simple way to use this traditional Brazilian herb. It also offers a practical alternative to preparing larger pieces of dried bark.
Ingredients: 100% Catuaba Bark Powder (Trichilia catigua)
Botanical name: Trichilia catigua
Common names: Catuaba, Catiguá, Catuama
Origin: Brazil
