Emburana

This potent variety of rapé contains ashes from Amburana cearensis, a native Brazilian tree known as emburana or “cumaru de cheiro.”

The Huni Kuin people value the Emburana tree for its spiritual properties, as a carrier of protective and purifying energy, and use Emburana rapé both in ceremonies and in their daily lives for mental, energetic, and physical cleansing.

Emburana is a very strong rapé that works on the chakras and higher energy channels; it aids meditation, sharpening the senses, and providing mental clarity and focus.

Medicinal Properties

Emburana is commonly used in traditional Amazonian medicine, highly valued for its powerful anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antifungal properties.

It strengthens both body and spirit, providing deep cleansing and healing. It relieves the symptoms of respiratory illnesses; traditionally, the bark is used in decoctions to alleviate bronchitis, asthma, and coughs.

It is also used for pain and inflammation, especially those related to rheumatism and dental problems.

Emburana Tree (Amburana cearensis)

Emburana is native to Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Peru, and is currently highly threatened by habitat loss. It belongs to the Fabaceae family, and six species have been described, of which only two are accepted.

It is a deciduous tree, 15 to 25 meters tall, occasionally reaching up to 35 meters. It has a straight trunk with smooth, orange-brown bark that peels off in scales.

Its crown is flattened, with dark green foliage and flowers that grow in clusters, with round, white petals. Its fruit is a hard, dark brown legume containing an ovoid, brown seed.

Emburana seeds are commonly used in the preparation of beverages and other products, providing a pleasant, vanilla-like aroma.