Pau D'Arco (Tabebuia Avellanedae)

The Amazonian antifungal — candida, immune support, and anti-tumour protection from the sacred inner bark of a South American rainforest tree.

Pau d’Arco (Tabebuia avellanedae) is the inner bark of a towering Amazonian hardwood tree, used for centuries by Indigenous tribes of Brazil and Argentina for its extraordinary antimicrobial and immune-modulating properties. Its active compounds — lapachol and β-lapachone — are among the most potent natural antifungals known to science, with demonstrated efficacy against Candida albicans, alongside antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory activity. Pau d’Arco gained widespread recognition in the 1970s for its use in cancer support protocols and remains one of the most important herbs in South American traditional medicine.

Key Benefits
Antifungal (candida) · Antibacterial & antiviral · Immune modulation · Anti-inflammatory · Anti-tumour research · Digestive & gut health

How to Use
Simmer 1–2 tsp dried pau d’arco bark in 500ml water for 15–20 mins as a decoction. Drink 2–3 cups daily. Mild, slightly woody, earthy flavour with a faint vanilla note. Best used in cycles: 3 weeks on, 1 week off. Often combined with cat’s claw or echinacea for immune protocols.

When to Expect Results
Antifungal & candida: 2–4 weeks · Immune support: 2–3 weeks · Anti-inflammatory & long-term: 4–8 weeks of consistent use.

Who It's For
• Candida & fungal overgrowth
• Chronic infections & immune weakness
• Gut dysbiosis & microbiome support
• Anti-inflammatory conditions
• Immune system modulation

Who Should Avoid
• Pregnant or nursing — avoid; lapachol is contraindicated
• On anticoagulants — may enhance blood-thinning effects
• On chemotherapy — consult oncologist; may interact
• High doses — can cause nausea and anticoagulation; use standard amounts only

Storage
Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Best used within 12–24 months.

Ethically sourced from South America · Third-party tested · Free from pesticides & contaminants.