Deep within the South and Central American tropics, you’ll find 125-foot pink or yellow flowering Tabebuia (ta-buh-boo-yuh) trees that contain powerful, multifunctional Pau D’Arco bark. 

For centuries, Pau D’Arco is said to have been used by Incan tribes to make bows that paired with arrows, but today, many use this tribal bark as a tea, tincture, or topical remedy.

Translated to Portuguese as “bow tree” or “bow stem,” Pau D’Arco is cherished by herbalists for its ability to support the body. It is often used to address bodily pains, infections, fungal growth, and inflammatory diseases. This bark is rich in compounds like lapachol, which is known for its antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties.

Pau D’Arco has a medley of tastes ranging from floral to earthy. Though it wouldn’t be expected from a bark, it’s said to have a smooth, natural, and subtly sweet flavor. Most commonly, Pau D’Arco is enjoyed as a tea by steeping its bark in hot water. Its soothing properties make it a popular choice for those looking to support digestion and cleanse the body naturally.

If you’re open to ingesting the bark in various forms, it comes in capsule form, a rich powder to add into liquids, an infused decoction,

 

and of course, an extracted tincture (like our powerful and popular Candida Cleanse). Pau D’Arco’s versatility makes it a must-have for those seeking natural remedies to support overall health and wellness.