Suma is a large, rambling, shrubby ground vine with an intricate, deep, and extensive root system. It is indigenous to the Amazon basin and other tropical parts of (southern) Brazil, Ecuador, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, and Venezuela. Since its first botanical recording in 1826, it has been referred to by several botanical names, including Pfaffia paniculata, Hebanthe paniculata, and Gomphrena paniculata. The genus Pfaffia is well known in Central and South America, with over 50 species growing in the warmer tropical regions.
Ingredients of Suma Powder
SUMA (Pfaffia paniculata)
Suggested Use for Suma Powder
The Brazilian traditional remedy calls for preparing a standard decoction with 10 g of suma root boiled in a liter of water; two cups of the decoction are generally taken daily. Herbalists and health practitioners also employ suma root powder in capsules (the decoction tastes quite bitter) with the reported dosage being 2-4 g daily depending on body weight and health condition and this daily dosage is usually taken in two or three divided dosages throughout the day. For standardized or liquid extract products, follow the labeled dosage instructions.
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Suma is a large, rambling, shrubby ground vine
with an intricate, deep, and extensive root system. It is indigenous to the
Amazon basin and other tropical parts of (southern) Brazil, Ecuador, Panama,
Paraguay, Peru, and Venezuela. More information about Suma Powder
Warning for Suma Powder
It may have estrogen-like effects. Do not use with estrogen-positive cancers.
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