Catuaba Extract (Trichilia catigua) – Dry Extract from Brazil

The Power of Catuaba – Brazil’s Legendary Plant of Vitality and Passion

Step into the world of Brazilian herbal tradition with Catuaba, a sacred plant known for its energizing, mood-lifting, and libido-enhancing properties. Our Catuaba Extract is made from the bark of Trichilia catigua, one of the most revered natural tonics of the Amazon and Cerrado regions. This dry catuaba extract offers a concentrated, easy-to-use form of Catuaba’s full vitality—perfect for your daily rituals, blends, or plant-based wellness routines.

What Is Catuaba?

Catuaba is a name used for several Amazonian trees known for their stimulating bark, but Trichilia catigua is the most traditionally and scientifically respected among them. Native to Brazil, it grows in the Atlantic Forest and parts of the Amazon basin, where it has been used for centuries by Indigenous peoples and folk herbalists.

The name “Catuaba” comes from the Tupi language and roughly translates to “what gives strength to the Indian”. This phrase reflects the plant’s association with vitality, virility, and resilience—physically, emotionally, and spiritually.

Traditional Uses and Energetic Benefits

In traditional Brazilian herbalism, Catuaba is known as an aphrodisiac, mental stimulant, and restorative tonic. It has long been used to:

• Uplift mood and support emotional balance
• Enhance sexual energy and libido
• Combat fatigue and support clear mental focus
• Promote stamina and resilience during physical or emotional exertion

Catuaba is often included in ceremonial blends, love potions, or energy tonics, and is believed to carry both warming and heart-opening properties. Its use is not limited to men—it is valued by all genders seeking to awaken their inner fire and connection to life force.

The bark is typically brewed into decoctions or tinctures, and when used with other herbs such as Muira Puama or Damiana, it forms the foundation of many Brazilian formulas for vitality and sexual well-being.

The Power of the Extract

This is a dry catuaba extract, meaning it is more concentrated than raw bark. With a standardized ratio, it offers a convenient and effective way to access the essence of the plant without long preparation times. It can be added to teas, capsules, tinctures, or functional foods. Only a small amount is needed to feel its warming and energizing effects.

Many prefer Catuaba extract over synthetic stimulants, as it tends to promote clarity and energy without overstimulation or nervousness.

Scientific Interest

Modern research has begun to confirm what traditional knowledge has long understood. Studies on Trichilia catigua have explored its potential neuroprotective, adaptogenic, and vasodilatory effects, and its possible role in mood regulation and cognitive support.

Researchers have identified alkaloids, flavonoids, and tannins that may contribute to its energizing and libido-supportive properties. Though more studies are needed, the emerging evidence aligns with its deep reputation in Indigenous and folk medicine.

How to Use

Catuaba extract is strong and fast-acting, and a little goes a long way. Start with a small dose (e.g. 100–300 mg) in a tea, smoothie, or capsule. It can be combined with other energizing or heart-opening plants, depending on your intention.

Avoid consuming late in the day if you are sensitive to stimulants, and as always, listen to your body when experimenting with new herbs.

Sustainably Harvested in Brazil

Our Catuaba extract is ethically sourced in Brazil, through partnerships with local harvesters who honor the ecological and spiritual importance of this plant. Free from additives and processed with care, it represents the pure, vibrant power of one of South America’s most beloved botanical allies.

Whether used for energy, emotional balance, or sensual connection, Catuaba invites you to root deeper into your vitality and awaken with purpose.