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Muira Puama Bark (Croton echioides)

Native to northeastern Brazil, Muira puama is a small tree known for its beneficial properties that have been used for centuries in Amazonian herbal traditions. Its bark is recognized for its warming energetic qualities and is often used as a tonic herb to support reproductive health and overall wellness. Muira puama is a gentle yet effective herb often used in tinctures, teas, or topical preparations.

Traditional Uses & Benefits

✔ Tonic Herb – Known for its soothing and relaxing properties, Muira puama helps support reproductive system function and promotes overall vitality.
✔ Tincture – The most effective form of Muira puama, taken with warm water and a squeeze of lemon juice to assist the absorption of beneficial tannins.
✔ Tea – Can be decocted into a soothing herbal tea.
✔ Topical Use – Applied externally in oils or balms for its restorative benefits.
✔ Capsules – For a more convenient, on-the-go option.

In Amazonian traditions, Muira puama is often combined with Catuaba and steeped in warm water overnight, creating a rich amber infusion used for relaxation and vitality.

Botanical Profile

• Height: Grows up to 15 feet (5 meters) in the Amazon rainforest.
• Flowers: Produces small white flowers with a jasmine-like fragrance.
• Traditional Use: Both bark and root are utilized in various herbal practices for their calming and rejuvenating effects.

Precautions

No known precautions. However, we recommend consulting a healthcare provider before using herbal products, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, or taking medications.