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(Piper methysticum)

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Kava Kava 

Botanical Classification: Piper methysticum

Properties: Sedative, anethetic, euphoriant.

What is Kava?

Kava has been studied for its potential to treat a variety of health conditions, including anxiety, depression, and insomnia. The plant contains several active compounds, including kavalactones, which are thought to be responsible for its potential medicinal properties.

Types of Kava Root Products

You can buy kava as an instant powder, traditional kava powder, root, or extract form. Preparation is dependent on its purchased form. Herb Stomp offers several quality kava products:

• Root powder (Ceremonial Vanuatu, Black Label, Solomon Gold, Instant)
• Extract (70% Extract, 40% Extract)
• Tincture (Five-to-one alcohol tincture)
• Root

Plant Biology

Kava is a shrub that can grow up to six meters in height. It has large, heart-shaped leaves and small, green or yellow flowers. The plant is native to humid, tropical climates and grows best in well-draining, nutrient dense soil with plenty of air flow and rain. It favors temperatures of 70–95 °F (21–35 °C) and 70–100% humidity. Kava shrubs tend to produce approximately 50 kg (110 lb.) of root material that can be harvested.

The kava root has two distinct sections. First are the lateral roots, which are slender roots that are like common plant roots. Lateral roots contain the largest concentration of the bioactive compounds. The other section is known as the crown/basal root, which is a thick mass that resides at the base of the plant. Traditionally, plants are harvested around four years of age, as older plants have higher concentrations of Kavalactones.

Traditional and Historical Uses:

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Kava has a long history of use for medicinal, religious, cultural, and social practices in the Pacific Islands, particularly in Hawai’i, Vanuatu, Fiji, and other places within Polynesia and Melanesia. The plant was traditionally used to promote relaxation, sleep, and reduce anxiety. Indigenous groups have great respect for the plant and find it to have sedative, anesthetic, euphoriant, and entheogenic properties.

Kava is commonly used in traditional ceremonies and social gatherings. It is consumed in drink form, made from the ground kava root that is worked into water. The milky liquid is served in a coconut shell or other vessel. Kava drinking ceremonies are often accompanied by chanting, music, and dancing.

The largest number of kava cultivars are grown in the Republic of Vanuatu, which is recognized as the “home” of kava. Historically, kava was only found to be grown in the Pacific islands of Hawaii, Federated States of Micronesia, Vanuatu, Fiji, Samoa, and Tonga.

Known Health Precautions:

We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using any herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications. No information on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. All information, including but not limited to, text, images, or other material contained on this website are for informational purposes only.

Kava is generally considered safe when used in moderation. However, it can have side effects, including dizziness, drowsiness, and headache. Long-term use of kava may also cause liver damage, so individuals with liver problems should avoid kava use. It is very important to prepare kava correctly to avoid liver damage. Kava may also interact with medications, such as antidepressants, anti-anxiety medications, and sedatives.

When ordering Kava you agree to our disclaimer.  When buying Kava products from Herb Stomp, you agree that you are at least 18 years old. This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.