Pau d'Arco Bark

Pau d'Arco Bark

Latin name: Tabebuia impetiginosa

Health Benefits of Pau d’Arco

Pau d’Arco is a beautiful tree that grows in the rain forests of South America.  It is a blood purifier and diuretic and other health benefits including: 

• As most plants with bitter compounds, it has anti-tumor properties, and is said to be especially effective in blood and skin cancer treatment.
• Helpful in treating ulcers.
• Treats rheumatism.
• Used externally, it is an excellent treatment for skin disorders such as eczema, psoriasis, fungal infections, hemorrhoids, and skin cancers.
• Great for heart health. It is said to lower blood pressure, build the blood, and improve circulation.
• Good treatment for yeast infections as it has anti-fungal action that combats Candida albicans. 

Nutritional Benefits of Pau d’Arco 

• Is an excellent source of calcium. 

How to Use Pau d’Arco

• The powder is usually used in encapsulated form.
• Can be used externally as a poultice to treat skin conditions.
• Can be used as a tea for an excellent blood purifier.