Muira puama extract | Ptychopetalum olacoides | 25x - 3 g

Muira puama extract 25x is a concentrated ethnobotanical preparation from the root bark of Ptychopetalum olacoides, a small Amazonian tree with deep roots in Brazilian folk herbalism. The plant has been gathered and used by indigenous and riverine communities of the Amazon basin for generations, and has attracted growing interest from researchers studying traditional Amazonian botanicals. Each 3 g package is hermetically sealed to preserve the integrity of the extract.

About muira puama (Ptychopetalum olacoides)

Ptychopetalum olacoides belongs to the family Olacaceae, a group of tropical woody plants. Muira puama is a small tree — typically 2–5 m in height — found in the lowland and montane rainforests of Brazil and neighbouring Amazonian countries. The root bark is the primary part used in traditional preparations, and it is characterised by a slightly resinous, bitterish aroma. The common name marapuama in the Tupi language, often translated as "potency wood," reflects the plant's longstanding reputation in the region's folk tradition.

Traditional and cultural use

Indigenous communities of the Brazilian Amazon have used the root bark of Ptychopetalum olacoides for centuries in a variety of traditional preparations. In Amazonian folk medicine the root bark is typically simmered in water or steeped in spirits (cachaça or aguardente) to produce a decoction consumed by adults as a tonic. The plant features in the herbal traditions of the Tupi, Guaraní, and other Amazonian peoples, where it has been used as a general herbal tonic, a remedy for fatigue-related conditions, and as an ingredient in ceremonial preparations. European naturalists documenting Amazonian ethnobotany from the 19th century onward recorded its widespread traditional use across the region.

Active compounds

• Muirapuamine — a unique alkaloid isolated from the root bark
• Ptychopetaline — a beta-carboline alkaloid
• Lupeol and related triterpenes
• Essential oils (alpha-pinene, camphene, beta-caryophyllene)
• Plant sterols including beta-sitosterol

Extraction and potency

A 25x ratio indicates that 25 g of dried muira puama root bark has been concentrated into 1 g of extract. Water and ethanol extraction captures the full range of the root bark's soluble constituents, which are then carefully dried and milled. Compared to unprocessed root bark, each gram of this extract provides a substantially higher botanical concentration.

How to use

Prepare as a root bark decoction or tea:

• For 1–2 cups, dissolve 0.5–1 g of extract in 500 ml of water and simmer gently for 10 minutes.
• Alternatively, dissolve in hot water for a simpler infusion.
• Add honey to taste.

The extract can also be dissolved in a small amount of warm aguardente or similar spirits in keeping with the Amazonian preparation tradition, then diluted with water before consuming. Begin with the lower dosage.

Pack size

This package contains 3 g of muira puama extract 25x (Ptychopetalum olacoides), sealed in airtight packaging.

Storage and safety

Store in a cool, dry, dark place away from direct sunlight and humidity. Keep out of reach of children. Not for use during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Do not use if you are taking prescription medication without consulting a healthcare professional. This product is not a medicine and is not a substitute for a varied and balanced diet.