Clavohuasca (Tynanthus panurensis) – Powdered Vine from Brazil

The Scent of Strength: Clavohuasca from the Amazon

The powdered vine of Tynanthus panurensis, known throughout the Amazon as Clavohuasca, carries the unmistakable aroma of clove and forest resin. This sacred vine, native to the tropical regions of Brazil, has been used for generations as a tonic for vitality and courage. Its warm, spicy fragrance awakens the senses — an invitation to reconnect with the energy of the wild earth.

Amazonian Heritage and Traditional Use

In Indigenous and rural Amazonian medicine, Clavohuasca is prepared as a warming infusion or macerated in alcohol to create a powerful tonic. It is often shared before ceremonies or journeys through the forest, believed to strengthen the body and open the heart. The vine is also traditionally regarded as an aphrodisiac — not in a superficial sense, but as a plant that restores vitality and emotional connection, for this reason, it is sometimes called “the medicine of warmth,” used to invigorate life energy and ease physical tension.

Phytochemical and Sensory Profile

Studies on Tynanthus panurensis identify essential oils rich in eugenol, the same aromatic compound found in cloves, responsible for its distinctive scent and mild analgesic potential.
Its traditional use for easing muscular discomfort and stimulating blood flow has inspired modern herbal interest in its pain-relieving and tonifying properties.
While scientific research on Clavohuasca remains limited, its cultural continuity and long-standing reputation speak to its enduring role in South American ethnobotany.

Harvest, Craft, and Care

Our Clavohuasca vine is harvested in small lots by forest families along the Brazilian Amazon basin, using low-impact techniques that protect the living ecosystem.
After careful cleaning and sun drying, the vines are finely powdered to preserve aroma and potency.
Store in a cool, dry place, sealed tightly to maintain freshness.
MAYA Herbs works alongside local gatherers who view this plant not as a commodity, but as a bridge between strength, spirit, and the natural world.