Pau D'Arco

Overview

Pau D’Arco is a herbal remedy made from the inner bark of several species of Tabebuia trees, native to South and Central America. It has a long history of use in traditional medicine. Pau D’Arco is known for its anti-inflammatory, antifungal, antibacterial, and immune-boosting properties. 
The bark contains active compounds like lapachol and beta-lapachone, which are believed to contribute to its medicinal effects. It’s commonly consumed as a tea, capsule, or extract.

Botanical Names

 Tabebuia avellanedae

 Tabebuia altissima

 Tabebuia cassinoides

 Tabebuia chrysantha

 Lapacho colorado

 Lapacho morado

 Tabebuia heptophylla

 Tabebuia impetiginosa (also known as Tabebuia avelanedae, Tabebuia avellanedae, or Tabebuia ipe) is the most commonly used species for therapeutic purposes.

 Tabebuia pentaphylla

 Tabebuia rosea

 Tabebuia serratifolia

 All species of Pau D’Arco are from the Bignonia (Bignoniaceae) family.

 

Part Used

 Inner Bark

Immune System

 Pau D'Arco may inhibit the development of some forms of Cancer due to the Lapachol content of Pau D’Arco.  ^[1]