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In the heart of the Amazon rainforest, where the lush greenery thrives and the whispers of ancient spirits dance through the trees, there grows a remarkable plant known as Una de Gato, or Cat's Claw. Legend has it that this sacred vine was gifted to the indigenous tribes by the spirits of the forest, revered for its potent healing properties and spiritual significance.
According to Amazonian folklore, Una de Gato is believed to be a messenger between the earthly realm and the spiritual world. The indigenous tribes of the Amazon have long held the belief that the spirit of the jaguar resides within the plant, granting it extraordinary powers of protection and vitality.
In their spiritual rituals, shamans and healers would call upon the essence of Una de Gato to cleanse the body and soul, invoking its strength to ward off evil spirits and promote inner harmony. It was said that those who consumed the sacred brew made from the vine would be blessed with resilience and vigor, as if they had been touched by the spirit of the jaguar itself.
Through generations, the indigenous peoples of the Amazon have revered Una de Gato not only for its medicinal value but also for its deep spiritual connection to the natural world. It remains a symbol of the symbiotic relationship between humans and the forest, a testament to the wisdom and healing power found within the heart of the jungle.
In the Peruvian Amazon rainforest and Brazilian territory on the upper Juruá, the Asháninka tribe has nurtured a profound relationship with the land and its sacred gifts. Among these treasures is Una de Gato, a revered plant whose story intertwines with the spiritual beliefs of the Asháninka people.
According to Asháninka mythology, Una de Gato is more than just a medicinal liana; it is a manifestation of the forest's protective spirit, a guardian bestowed upon them by the divine. Legend has it that long ago, when the Asháninka tribe faced a grave threat from malevolent forces lurking in the shadows of the jungle, the spirits of the forest took pity on them.
In a dream vision granted to their shamans, the spirits revealed the existence of Una de Gato, a plant imbued with the essence of the jaguar – a symbol of strength and agility in Asháninka culture. They instructed the tribe on how to harness the plant's healing powers, teaching them the sacred rituals and prayers needed to honor its spirit.
Since that fateful encounter, Una de Gato has been revered as a sacred ally in the Asháninka's spiritual and physical well-being. It is believed that by consuming the plant or applying its extracts, one can tap into the primal energy of the jaguar, gaining protection from illness and malevolent forces while fostering a deeper connection to the natural world.
For the Asháninka people, Una de Gato is not merely a medicinal remedy but a spiritual conduit that bridges the gap between the physical and metaphysical realms. It serves as a reminder of their ancestral bonds with the forest and the enduring wisdom passed down through generations, a testament to the enduring resilience and spiritual richness of their culture.
This is the famous Ashaninka Cat Claw Inner Bark that is ceremoniously harvested by the Ashaninka people of the Peruvian Amazon jungle.
Each bundle of wild bark is hand-harvested and tied into a bundle. The average weight of each bundle is approximately 50 grams.
This cat claw bark is not the typical, commercially-grown and processed type that is commonly sold, it is the actual authentic wild cat's claw used by the indigenous people of the Amazon! It also makes for a unique collection piece of indigenous memorabilia as well as for making a tea or tincture!!
At Casa del Colibri, we believe in the intelligence of plants and the part their gifts play in our health and well being. Committed to being ethical and respectful stewards of the jungle and it's tribal communities, we hold the highest of sustainability standards while producing exceptional quality rainforest botanicals and offering hand made indiginous goods and ceremonial supplies. We hold dear these medicinal herbs, saving seed for future plantings and protecting them for future generations.
Plant Spirit Medicine is a form of spiritual remediation rooted in ancestral traditions that combines classical Chinese~ Five Element theory, the indigenous practice of calling upon plant spirits, and the Animism religion (the attribution of a soul to plants, inanimate objects, and natural phenomena.) Plant Spirit Medicine recognizes that like humans, plants have spirit, and their spirit has the unique capacity to touch and rebuild the spirit of a human being and restore us to our own essential nature. Our ancestors lived this way–-an existence in which there is no illusion of separation from nature. They would make friends with the spirits of nature and call upon them for restoration and other everyday affairs. This ancient practice was remembered, revitalized, and reintroduced by the late teacher and healer, Eliot Cowan, and has proven to be as effective in today’s world as in times past.
Modern people are once again turning to plants for guidance and for their ability to regenerate spirit.
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Lizzy Kaya-Leshy
Plant Spirit Medicine is a form of spiritual remediation rooted in ancestral traditions that combines classical Chinese~ Five Element theory, the indigenous practice of calling upon plant spirits, and the Animism religion (the attribution of a soul to plants, inanimate objects, and natural phenomena.) Plant Spirit Medicine recognizes that like humans, plants have spirit, and their spirit has the unique capacity to touch and rebuild the spirit of a human being and restore us to our own essential nature. Our ancestors lived this way–-an existence in which there is no illusion of separation from nature. They would make friends with the spirits of nature and call upon them for restoration and other everyday affairs. This ancient practice was remembered, revitalized, and reintroduced by the late teacher and healer, Eliot Cowan, and has proven to be as effective in today’s world as in times past.
Modern people are once again turning to plants for guidance and for their ability to regenerate spirit.