{"title":"Akuamma (Picralima nitida)","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAkuamma (Picralima nitida)\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eAkuamma seed, extract powder and resin from Healing Herbals.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"akuamma-seed-extract-powder-akuammine","title":"Akuamma Seed Extract Powder","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAkuamma Seed Extract Powder\u003c\/strong\u003e is a concentrated extract of the seeds of \u003cem\u003ePicralima nitida\u003c\/em\u003e, the West African akuamma tree, with akuammine as its signature compound. It is a pure, fine powder with nothing added, sold for research, study and herbal blends in sizes from 5 g through 10 g, 25 g, 50 g, 100 g, 250 g and 500 g up to 1 kilogram. Please check local guidelines before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConcentrated extract of \u003cem\u003ePicralima nitida\u003c\/em\u003e seeds, akuammine its signature compound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePure, fine powder with nothing added\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSold for research, study and herbal blends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComes on gradually over the first hour and holds for several hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor adults 21+ only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffered from 5 g through 10 g, 25 g, 50 g, 100 g, 250 g and 500 g up to 1 kilogram\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe herb.\u003c\/strong\u003e Akuamma (\u003cem\u003ePicralima nitida\u003c\/em\u003e) is an evergreen tree of the dogbane family, Apocynaceae, native to the forests of Ghana, Nigeria, Ivory Coast and the Congo basin. West African herbalists have used its flat brown seeds for generations. The seeds carry indole alkaloids, chiefly akuammine, with akuammidine, akuammicine, pseudo-akuammigine, picraline and alstonine, and they rank among the most bitter seeds in herbal use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActive content.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a whole-seed extract, not a single isolated alkaloid, and it is not sold against a stated percentage. Akuammine gives it a grounding, body-focused quality; akuammidine and akuammicine are documented as the more relaxing members of the group.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDosage, first time.\u003c\/strong\u003e The listing gives no serving size, so begin with a small amount weighed on a milligram scale and wait. Akuamma comes on gradually over the first hour and holds for several hours. Do not take more until you have judged the full effect; capsule it if the bitterness is too much.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegular use.\u003c\/strong\u003e People who know their response keep to a consistent small amount and never escalate. Handle it as a measured ingredient, since food, rest and body weight change how it lands.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to expect.\u003c\/strong\u003e Users describe akuamma as heavy, grounding and body-focused rather than bright or social, a mellow settling for an evening at home, not an energizing daytime format. For the unprocessed seed see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/healingherbals.store\/products\/akuamma-seed-whole\"\u003ewhole akuamma seeds\u003c\/a\u003e; for a sticky concentrated form, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/healingherbals.store\/products\/akuamma-seed-extract-resin\"\u003eakuamma seed extract resin\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSide effects.\u003c\/strong\u003e Side effects rise with the amount. Too much can bring nausea, dizziness, headache, drowsiness and a sluggish feeling, and the bitterness alone can turn the stomach. Reduce the amount or stop, and let it clear before another session.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInteractions and cautions.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not combine akuamma with alcohol, sedative medications, opioid pain medications or other supplements without guidance from a healthcare professional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not drive until you know your response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot for use if pregnant or nursing, or with a heart, liver or kidney condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor adults 21+ only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep out of reach of children and pets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients and storage.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pure Akuamma Seed Extract (\u003cem\u003ePicralima nitida\u003c\/em\u003e). Store sealed in a cool, dry, dark place; the powder clumps if left open.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow much Akuamma Seed Extract Powder should a first-timer take?\u003c\/strong\u003e There is no stated serving, so weigh a small amount on a milligram scale and wait a full session before deciding on more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow is akuamma extract powder different from whole akuamma seeds?\u003c\/strong\u003e The powder is a concentrated extract that is easier to measure, while whole seeds must be ground and are milder by weight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer.\u003c\/strong\u003e These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Akuamma is a traditional botanical, and traditional use does not establish that it will produce any particular result. Consult your healthcare provider before use if you take any medication or have a medical condition. Use at your own risk and keep out of reach of children. Formulated by Healing Herbals, run by a practicing herbalist of 13+ years.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Healing Herbals","offers":[{"title":"5g","offer_id":46271443763446,"sku":"","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10gs","offer_id":47009707688182,"sku":"","price":21.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25gs","offer_id":47009707720950,"sku":"","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50gs","offer_id":47009707753718,"sku":"","price":86.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100gs","offer_id":47009707786486,"sku":"","price":148.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250gs","offer_id":47009707819254,"sku":"","price":400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500gs","offer_id":47009707852022,"sku":"","price":750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 kilogram","offer_id":47009707884790,"sku":"","price":1500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/8203\/3654\/files\/AkuammaPowder.gif?v=1712171952"},{"product_id":"akuamma-seed-whole","title":"Akuamma Seed Whole","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAkuamma Seed Whole\u003c\/strong\u003e is whole, unground seeds of the \u003cem\u003ePicralima nitida\u003c\/em\u003e tree, sourced from West Africa. We sell them intact rather than powdered because whole seeds keep their alkaloids stable far longer, and you can grind exactly what you need for tea, capsules or a blend. Offered in 5g, 10g and 15g packs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhole, unground seeds of the \u003cem\u003ePicralima nitida\u003c\/em\u003e tree from West Africa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndole alkaloids akuammine and akuammidine, with akuammicine, pseudo-akuammigine and picraline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhole seeds keep their alkaloids stable far longer than powder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind exactly what you need for tea, capsules or a blend\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnset usually within an hour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffered in 5g, 10g and 15g packs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe herb.\u003c\/strong\u003e Akuamma (\u003cem\u003ePicralima nitida\u003c\/em\u003e) is a tree in the Apocynaceae family growing across Ghana, Nigeria, Cameroon and the Ivory Coast. Its large fruits hold flat brown seeds that have been dried, ground and used in West African household practice for generations, and in Ghana the seed powder has long been sold in local markets. The seeds are intensely bitter, a trait shared across this plant family.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's in it.\u003c\/strong\u003e The seeds contain a group of indole alkaloids:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAkuammine and akuammidine, the chief alkaloids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmaller amounts of akuammicine, pseudo-akuammigine and picraline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAkuammine is the dominant one and the reason the seed is studied; the minor alkaloids shift the overall character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDosage, first time.\u003c\/strong\u003e The copy gives no serving, so grind a single seed and start with a small pinch of the powder in capsules or stirred into warm water. Onset is usually within an hour. Wait a few hours before considering more, and do not judge the seed by its taste, which is harsh for everyone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegular use.\u003c\/strong\u003e People who know their response grind a few seeds at a time and keep the amount steady. Whole seeds are easy to over-grind, so weigh the powder rather than counting scoops.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to expect.\u003c\/strong\u003e Users describe a mild, body-focused, mellow feel with some heaviness, which is why akuamma is usually kept for the evening rather than the workday. It is not a stimulant and not a social herb. For a pre-ground option, see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/healingherbals.store\/products\/akuamma-seed-extract-powder-akuammine\"\u003eAkuamma Seed Extract Powder\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSide effects.\u003c\/strong\u003e The most reported are nausea, stomach upset and drowsiness, all dose-related and worse on an empty stomach. The bitterness alone can turn the stomach. Reduce the amount or take it with food; stop if discomfort continues.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInteractions and cautions.\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not combine with alcohol, sedative medications or opioid pain medications. Do not drive after use until you know your response. Not for use if pregnant or nursing. Consult a professional before use if you take any medication. Adults only.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients and storage.\u003c\/strong\u003e Whole akuamma seed (\u003cem\u003ePicralima nitida\u003c\/em\u003e). Store the seeds sealed in a cool, dry, dark place; grind only what you will use within a few days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I grind whole akuamma seeds?\u003c\/strong\u003e A coffee grinder or spice mill handles them, though the seeds are hard, so pulse in short bursts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy buy whole akuamma seed instead of powder?\u003c\/strong\u003e Whole seeds hold their alkaloids longer in storage and let you control the grind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo akuamma seeds taste bad?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, they are among the most bitter seeds in herbalism, which is why most people capsule the powder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer.\u003c\/strong\u003e These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Akuamma is a traditional botanical, and traditional use does not establish that it will produce any particular result. Consult your healthcare provider before use if you take any medication or have a medical condition. Use at your own risk and keep out of reach of children. Formulated by Healing Herbals, run by a practicing herbalist of 13+ years.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Healing Herbals ","offers":[{"title":"5g","offer_id":49256667906294,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10g","offer_id":49256667939062,"sku":null,"price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15g","offer_id":49256667971830,"sku":null,"price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/8203\/3654\/files\/Akuamma-Seed-Whole-Healing-Herbals_327f3901-1c10-4c71-9784-1d0f6761a051.jpg?v=1762436038"},{"product_id":"akuamma-seed-extract-resin","title":"Akuamma Seed Extract (Resin)","description":"\u003cp\u003eAkuamma Seed Extract Resin, made from whole \u003cem\u003ePicralima nitida\u003c\/em\u003e (akuamma) seeds and concentrated into a rich, potent resin. Naturally high in the seed's characteristic alkaloids, including akuammine and akuammidine, with the botanical profile carefully preserved for consistent quality from batch to batch. Supplied in a concentrated resin form suited to precise, measured use, and ideal for shops stocking rare and hard-to-find botanicals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBotanical: Picralima nitida (akuamma) seed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForm: concentrated resin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNotable constituents: akuammine, akuammidine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEthically sourced and lab-tested\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis statement has not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConcentrated resin from whole \u003cem\u003ePicralima nitida\u003c\/em\u003e seed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh in akuammine and akuammidine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull botanical profile preserved, consistent batch to batch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEthically sourced and lab tested\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasured in small amounts, not by the seed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdults 21 and over\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe tree.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePicralima nitida\u003c\/em\u003e is a West African tree, found through Ghana, Nigeria, Cameroon and the Ivory Coast, and its hard bitter seeds are what is traded as akuamma. The seeds have a long record in West African traditional herbal practice, and they are usually sold whole or ground, which makes them slow to portion and inconsistent from seed to seed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlkaloid profile.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAkuammine\u003c\/strong\u003e: the most abundant alkaloid in the seed, typically a little over half the total alkaloid content\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAkuammidine\u003c\/strong\u003e: the other named constituent, present alongside it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePseudo-akuammigine, akuammicine and akuammiline\u003c\/strong\u003e: the related minor alkaloids that make up the rest of the profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy a resin.\u003c\/strong\u003e Ground seed is bulky, extremely bitter and varies from batch to batch because you are measuring plant material rather than alkaloid. A resin concentrates the alkaloid fraction and holds a consistent profile, so a measured amount does the same thing each time. It also stores far better than ground seed, which goes stale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse methods.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn warm liquid\u003c\/strong\u003e: a small amount stirred into a hot drink until it dissolves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCapsule\u003c\/strong\u003e: the way round the bitterness, which with akuamma is considerable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSublingual\u003c\/strong\u003e: fastest and by far the most bitter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandling a resin.\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm it slightly first. Cold resin tears rather than cutting cleanly, and a dab tool or toothpick works better than a spoon. A light dusting of tapioca starch stops it sticking to everything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCautions.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsult a healthcare provider before use if you take medication or have a medical condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use with alcohol\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not drive or operate machinery until you know how it affects you\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot for use during pregnancy or nursing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor adults 21 and over; keep out of reach of children\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage.\u003c\/strong\u003e Sealed, cool and dark. Resin firms in the fridge and softens in a warm room, and either state is fine. Keep it out of direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated products.\u003c\/strong\u003e For whole material see \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/healingherbals.store\/products\/akuamma-seed-whole\"\u003ewhole akuamma seed\u003c\/a\u003e, and for a standardized powder see \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/healingherbals.store\/products\/akuamma-seed-extract-powder-akuammine\"\u003eAkuamma Seed Extract Powder\u003c\/a\u003e. For the isolated compound see \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/healingherbals.store\/products\/akuammine-isolate\"\u003eAkuammine Isolate\u003c\/a\u003e. Related rare botanicals are in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/healingherbals.store\/collections\/botanical-extract\"\u003eBotanical Extracts\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the resin compare to whole seed?\u003c\/strong\u003e Far more concentrated and far more consistent, because you are measuring extract rather than plant material.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is akuammine?\u003c\/strong\u003e The most abundant alkaloid in akuamma seed, typically a little over half the total alkaloid content.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is it so bitter?\u003c\/strong\u003e Akuamma seed is famously bitter, and a concentrate carries that through. Most people capsule it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo you sell it wholesale?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, this format is aimed at shops stocking rare botanicals. Get in touch for a quote.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs it lab tested?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, and ethically sourced.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer.\u003c\/strong\u003e These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Akuamma is a traditional botanical, and traditional use does not establish that it will produce any particular result. Consult your healthcare provider before use if you take any medication or have a medical condition. Use at your own risk and keep out of reach of children. For adults 21 and over.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Healing Herbals ","offers":[{"title":"1g","offer_id":49256306344182,"sku":null,"price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2g","offer_id":49256306376950,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5g","offer_id":49256306409718,"sku":null,"price":47.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10g","offer_id":49256306442486,"sku":null,"price":84.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20g","offer_id":49256306475254,"sku":null,"price":159.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"30g","offer_id":49256306508022,"sku":null,"price":215.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50g","offer_id":49256306540790,"sku":null,"price":345.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g","offer_id":49256306573558,"sku":null,"price":595.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"pound","offer_id":49256306606326,"sku":null,"price":1600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Kilo","offer_id":49256306639094,"sku":null,"price":3000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/8203\/3654\/files\/High_Potency_Akuamma_Seed_Extract_Jar_one_gram.jpg?v=1770067132"}],"url":"https:\/\/healingherbals.store\/collections\/akuamma.oembed","provider":"Healing Herbals ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}