Medicinal herbs

Chuchuhuasi powder & extract

Chuchuhuasi

Maytenus Macrocarpa

The Chuchuhuasi is a native plant of the Amazon rainforest, its scientific name is Maytenus Macrocarpa, it lives in non-flooded areas. It grows in humid tropical climate and with abundant solar intensity.
Bark

Benefits:

  • It was used for centuries by the various communities of our jungle for its medicinal and aphrodisiac properties. It was believed that to obtain a better curative effect, it was necessary to remove a part of the tree where the sun rises (chuchu) and where the sun sets (huasha). It is traditionally used as:
  • Aphrodisiac, increases libido (male and female).
  • Useful for toning, balancing and strengthening the hormonal system.
  • It corrects menstrual irregularities and fights pain and cramps caused by menstrual irregularities.
  • It is analgesic, muscle relaxant, anti-inflammatory in bone and joint conditions.
  • Antirheumatic, used for arthritis (rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis) and low back pain
  • Combats stomach disorders
  • Strengthens the immune system (immunostimulant)
  • Protects against radiation
  • Counteracts liver problems and kidney inflammations
  • Reconstituting after childbirth

Wholesale of Chuchuhuasi in Peruvian Nature

Part used:

Bark

Region:

Jungle

Presentations:

Chuchuhuasi powder

Seasonality:


Jan
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  • Seasonality
Available all year round
Uses and applications:

Infusions | Pills.

Origin:

Ucayali

Properties:

Alkaloids, Cumarinas, Flavonoids, Organics acids, Phenols, Quinonas, saponinas, Tannins

Quality certificates:

  • Good Manufacturing Practice

  • NSF HACCP certifications for peruvian superfoods

    HACCP

  • BRCGS Global Food Safety certification

Fair Trade of Chuchuhuasi for responsible consumption

At Peruvian Nature we work permanently following and complying with the principles and requirements of Fair Trade. Year after year we share with all our stakeholders our actions as company that does fair trade in Peru (If you want to know more, click on Sustainability Report 2021).

What is Fair Trade?

It is a commercial system based on dialogue, transparency and respect, which seeks greater equity in international trade, paying special attention to social and environmental criteria. "Fair trade contributes to sustainable development by offering better commercial conditions and ensuring the rights of disadvantaged producers and workers, especially in the South." (World Fair Trade Organization, WFTO)

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