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What is Bobinsana used for?

Bobinsana has been traditionally used to support those with arthritis, rheumatism, musculoskeletal pains, edema/oedema and uterine disorders. Research done in Sweden has shown that the plant contains COX-inhibitors, which is a remedy for arthritis.

Is Bobinsana mimosa?

The Bobinsana plant, from the Mimosa family, is a plant that loves water and can be found alongside rivers in the Amazon (Peru, Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil and Bolivia). This plant is usually between 4 and 6 meters high.

Where does Bobinsana grow?

Amazon Basin
Bobinsana (Calliandra angustifolia) is native to the Amazon Basin and has been used for countless generations to heal the body and to enhance spiritual and shamanic abilities. Traditionally, Bobinsana is made into a strong tea tincture, using alcohol made from cane sugar called aguardiente.

What is bobinsana and how does it work?

The spirit of this plant comes from water. Bobinsana is considered a master plant and is often added to ayahuasca recipes to help shamen connect and learn from plants on a spiritual level. Bobinsana is a powerful plant, and an ally who helps us develop empathy, compassion, clarity, and concentration.

Where does bobbobinsana grow in the Amazon rainforest?

Bobinsana ( Calliandra angustifolia) is a shrubby tree normally found growing along river banks and streams in the Amazon basin. It is quite easy to identify the plant due to its stunning pink to reddish powderpuff-like flowers that open twice a day; around 4 AM and 4 PM.

How many bobinsana drinks do I need to take?

We have seen that best results come from adhering to the traditional dieta of 3 drinks of Bobinsana in isolation followed by 5 more days of isolation, with the total being 8 days of isolation. The 5 days of isolation after the initial 3 drinks are very important because at this time the medicine will continue to work deep within you.

What is the Shipibo spirit?

For the Shipibo people, the plants of the forest are alive; they feel, communicate, and have the power to teach us. We believe that each plant has it’s “genius,” or spirit. These are the spirits that we see and work with during ayahuasca ceremonies.