Chuchuhuasi

Genus: Maytenus

Species: krukovii

Synonyms: Maytenus ebenifolia, M. laevis, M. macrocarpa, M. multiflora, M. terapotensis, Celastrus macrocarpus, Haenkea macrocarpa, H. multiflora

Common Names: Chuchuhuasi, chucchu huashu, chuchuasi, chuchasha, chuchuhuasha

Parts Used: Bark, root, leaves

Latin Name: Maytenus laevis

Also Known As: Chucchu huashu, chuchuasi, chuchasha, chuchuhuasha

Origin: Amazon Rainforest

Typical Use

Chuchuhuasi Tea

1 - 2 teaspoons of chipped bark per person. Boil for a few minutes before transferring to a pot and allowing to steep for a few minutes.

Chuchuhuasi Extract Powder

Add to water, fruit juice, smoothies or encapsulate. Take 1/2 to 1 gram 3 times a day or as recommended by your herbal practitioner.

Chuchuhuasi Tincture

Can be added to fruit juice or water and taken daily. Traditionally Taken: 1-3 ml up to three times a day, or as directed by a Herbal Practitioner.