Yohimbe Bark comes from an evergreen tree native to western and central Africa. The bark has a long history of traditional use in West African herbal practices and is naturally characterized by its distinctive earthy, bitter flavor and aromatic qualities. Our Yohimbe Bark is suitable for traditional herbal preparations, botanical formulations, and a variety of external applications. It is valued for its unique botanical characteristics and historical significance.
UPC: 810206318492.
Origin(s): Cameroon.
Latin Name(s): Pausinystalia johimbe.
Also known as: Johimbi, Yohimbehe, Quebrachine, Aphrodien & Corynine.
Plant Part(s) Used: Bark.
Herbs exhibit natural variations in their size, color, smell, and taste, with each batch and harvest showing differences influenced by environmental conditions and genetics.
Appearance: Reddish brown.
Aroma: Very mild, faint, and woody; lacks significant fragrance.
Taste: Strongly bitter, earthy, and woody taste.
GMO Status: Non-GMO.
Allergen: None.
Additives: Free of any additives or preservatives.
Applications / Preparations: Yohimbe Bark may be used for traditional herbal preparations, tinctures, extracts, botanical formulations, and personal care applications. Preparation methods vary depending on the form selected. Because external uses vary widely, customers should research reliable sources for preparation and usage methods.
Internal Use – Powder
Because Yohimbe Bark naturally contains yohimbine and the amount can vary substantially between batches, a standardized internal serving size cannot be safely established from the raw bark alone. Internal use should only be undertaken under the direction of a qualified healthcare provider who can determine an appropriate preparation, amount, and frequency for the individual.
Capsules: For encapsulation, follow capsule machine manufacturer instructions. Because yohimbine content can vary in raw Yohimbe Bark, the amount of powder per capsule should be determined with guidance from a qualified healthcare provider rather than relying solely on volume measurements.
Powder in beverages/foods: Internal consumption of Yohimbe Bark powder should only be undertaken under the direction of a qualified healthcare provider. Do not add Yohimbe Bark powder to foods or beverages for routine consumption without professional guidance.
External Use (Powder)
Yohimbe Bark may be used in various external botanical preparations. Because external uses vary widely, we encourage customers to research the best method and proportions for their needs.
Yohimbe Bark may be prepared as traditional herbal infusions, tinctures, extracts, or botanical formulations; incorporated into externally applied herbal preparations; infused into oils or other liquids; and included in DIY personal care products such as scrubs, masks, washes, creams, lotions, or other topical preparations.
Storage: Store in a sealed container in a cool, dry place.
Shelf Life: It is very difficult to pin down an exact expiration date for most single herbs as they do not really expire, they lose potency or strength over time but will still have value. Unlike synthetic material or drugs, herbs can contain many constituents that contribute to their medicinal effects. Even if when we know what the active constituents are, there are often many of them in a single herb, each with different rates of degradation. Some herbs lose their effect more easily. Other herbs that possess more stable compounds such as alkaloids or steroids will last much longer.
A huge part of the degradation rate of herbs depends also on the storage conditions of the herb, & even on the quality of the herb before storage – how it was grown, harvested, dried & processed. If the product is left in hot places or open to sunlight then it will degrade much quicker than if it was stored in cool, dry place & sealed tightly.
A good rule of thumb is that herbs should be stored no longer than 2-3 years, but many herbs will have great strength much longer than that. To determine if an herb is still good you can check the appearance & aroma. Herbs that are no longer acceptable will have lost much of its vibrant color & will instead appear dull & faded. The bigger key though is to smell the raw materials to see if the potent aroma is still present.
Warning: Not recommended for internal use without the guidance of a qualified healthcare provider. Do not use during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Do not use if you have kidney disease, liver disease, or in chronic inflammation of the sexual organs or prostate gland. Not for excessive or long-term use. Keep out of reach of children.
