Bobinsana (Calliandra angustifolia)

Product information

Bobinsana (Calliandra angustifolia) is a slightly mysterious stimulant which traditionally is made from the root of the Bobinsana tree native of South America. In this part of the world, it is also known as balata, bubinianal, capabo, kori-sacha or yopoyo. Our shredded bobinsana can be used as an infusion. Traditionally the root is used as a medicine or ingredient in ayahuasca. It also is said to induce lucid dreams.

One package contains 20 gram

Instructions for use

Prepare as a normal tea. Let a small amount of bobinsana well for about 5 minutes.

Traditional use of bobinsana

In the Amazonian basin, the inhabitants use bobinsana as a stimulant. They prepare a decoction of the roots to take for strength and energy. The bark tincture is often used to help battle a host of small ailments or discomforts of old age. In some cases, it is used in baths to build strength and overall resilience.

The other main use of bobinsana is as a secondary ingredient in various ayahuasca brews. Bobinsana is not a hallucinogen but shamen like to add it because it is said to make a gentle spiritual connection to the plants.

Bobinsana is also known to produce lucid dreams full of colours and visions.

About Bobinsana

Bobinsana is a shrubby tree that grows 4 to 6 meters high that is usually found alongside streams of the Amazon. Bobinsana can be found in Peru, Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil and Bolivia. The tree can also be found up to 1500 meters in the eastern Andes Mountains. It produces striking pink to reddish flowers typical of the Mimosa family of which it is part.

Warning

Do not use when pregnant