July
Specials
CHAMAIRO Mussatia
hyacinthina
NEW!!
The bark of this rare vine is highly valued in tropical regions of Bolivia and
Peru as an admixture to Coca leaf. Chewed on its own, a small pinch of Chamairo
has a mild astringent taste, yet when mixed with a traditional Coca quid it
blossoms with an exceptional sweet taste, somewhat like powdered sugar! It is
thought to enhance the actions of Coca and is reportedly sometimes chewed with
alkali (baking soda works), but without the Coca, for its own effects. It is
also a traditional digestive tonic. Chamairo’s capacity for potentiating other
bioactive herbs (we've heard positive effects with Catuaba) and its promise as a
condiment is still unexplored. We have secured a small supply of finely shredded
vine bark, wildcrafted by the Tacana in north west Bolivia and are pleased to
offer it here for the first time. Limited supply.
Wildcrafted Bolivian Chamairo
vine bark $8/1oz or $25/4 oz
July Special! $6/1oz or $22/4 oz
GUARANA Paullinia
cupana var. sorbilis
Famed tonic/stimulant of the Brazilian Amazon. Natives insist their daily dose
of Guarana serves as far more than a powerful stimulant, claiming it acts as
both an aphrodisiac as well as a treatment for headache, fever and cramps. The
high content of tetra-methyl-xanthine, hypoxanthine, guaranine, theophylline and
theobromine accounts for its intensely pleasurable stimulant effects, which
propel the mind and body for up to six hours. Prescribed as a replacement drug
for those who cannot tolerate coffee and tea, but its unusual saponin content (limbonine)
underlies the longterm tonic effect (Ginseng owes its activity to saponins).
Known as a healthy stimulant and perfect sustaining food substitute during fasts
and diets, it’s also fun! About 1/2 to 1 tablespoon is a dose. We now offer
whole seeds so you can grind your own powder fresh in a coffee mill. One of the
crops of Amazonia with positive ecological status: supports the peoples and
habitats of the Amazon. For a more
info see our Guarana report.
Brazilian Guarana seed
powder $12/8 oz or $20/lb
July Special!$9/8 oz or
$17/lb
WHITE TEA Camellia
sinensis
Considered a subgroup of Green Tea. The least
processed of all Camellia teas, consisting of specially picked, unrolled,
steamed then sundried leaf and bud. Reverent handling keeps the soft downy white
covering indicative of new growth intact on the bud and leaf. Shown to have a
higher levels of polyphenol antioxidants than other Green Teas and low caffeine.
A favorite of Emperor Hui Tsung who was so enraptured by his love of tea, and
preoccupied pursuing the perfect brew, that in the 1100s his empire was lost to
invading Mongols. White Tea has a most delicate flavor, smooth and subtle with a
sensuous full body, hint of sweet aftertaste and no grassy overtones. We offer
the finest White Peony Tea (Bai Mu Dan) fair trade certified and organically
grow.
Fair trade certified,
organically
grown White Peony Tea $8/4 oz or $28/lb
July Special! $6/4 oz or $25/lb
MAKING PLANT
MEDICINE
by Richo Cech
An exceptional overview of herbal medicine making. Everything you need to know
about drying and processing herbs, all aspects of tincturing, vinegars,
glycerites, syrups, teas, decoctions, oils, salves, poultices, baths, and more!
Half of the book is an indispensable herbal formulary covering 116 herbs, with
over 500 formulas including practical uses, dosages, medicinal actions and
contraindications.
Softcover, black and white
illustrations, 296 pages $14.95 (1 lb)
July Special! $12.95
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