Māpou Tincture

Māpou is considered rākau tapu (sacred tree), and its main use historically was ceremonial.

The sprig or branch was dipped in sacred water and used to cleanse items or people that required it.

Māpou can also be used medicinally for:

• toothache and cleaning teeth
  
• blood vessels and circulation
  
• arthritis conditions
  
• skin diseases
  
• intestinal worms, and as a
  
• general health tonic

Tinctures are a liquid extract made by steeping fresh organic herbs in alcohol. Tinctures are the most concentrated form of herbal medicine and if taking internally (consult a herbalist) are best taken under the tongue where they directly enter the blood stream. They are very strong and may be taken diluted in water, juice or tea.