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Akuamma Seed Extract Powder (Picralima nitida) – 20:1 Full-Spectrum Akuammine Alkaloid Extract

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Akuamma Seed Extract Powder is a 20:1 concentrated extract of Picralima nitida seeds, the West African akuamma tree, with akuammine as its main alkaloid. Roughly 20 g of seed goes into every 1 g of extract. Fine powder, nothing added. Sizes from 5 g to 1 kg.

🌱 20:1 seed extract🧪 Rich in akuammine✨ Pure, nothing added🔬 Lab tested · see results⏳ Gradual onset, lasts hours🔞 Adults 21+ only

🌳 What Is Akuamma Extract Powder?

Akuamma (Picralima nitida) is an evergreen tree native to Ghana, Nigeria, Côte d’Ivoire and the Congo basin, and its seeds have a long history of use in West African herbal practice. The seeds are among the most bitter in herbal use. They contain indole alkaloids, mainly:

⭐ akuammineakuammidineakuammicinepseudo-akuammiginepicraline

⚖️ Extract vs Seed Powder vs Whole Seed

Extract powder is concentrated, so you use less per serving. Ground seed powder is the whole seed at natural strength. Whole akuamma seeds are intact for grinding fresh, and akuamma seed extract resin is a sticky concentrate. Browse every form in our akuamma collection.

🧭 Which Akuamma Form Should I Buy?

🌰
💪 Natural seed strength
👅 Very bitter, grind yourself
🏷️ From $9.99 / 5 g
🎯 Traditional use, grinding fresh
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Extract powder
💪 20:1 concentrate
👅 Bitter fine powder, easy to capsule
🏷️ From $12.00 / 5 g
🎯 Smaller, measured servings; bulk buyers
🍯
💪 Concentrated
👅 Sticky paste
🏷️ From $13.99 / 1 g
🎯 Small amounts of concentrate
💎
💪 Single purified alkaloid
👅 Off-white to tan powder
🏷️ From $19.99 / 0.5 g
🎯 The main alkaloid on its own

💲 Sizes and Price per Gram

📦 Size Price Per gram Savings vs 5 g
5 g $12.00 $2.40
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10 g $21.25 $2.13
−11%
25 g $49.99 $2.00
−17%
50 g $86.25 $1.73
−28%
100 g $148.75 $1.49
−38%
250 g 💰 BEST VALUE $349.99 $1.40
−42%
500 g $750.00 $1.50
−38%
1 kg $1,500.00 $1.50
−38%

🥄 Dosage for First-Time Users

1
⚖️ Start with a small amount weighed on a milligram scale.
2
🍽️ Take it with food.
3
⏳ Wait. Akuamma comes on gradually over the first hour and lasts several hours, so don’t take more until you’ve felt the full effect.
4
💊 Most people capsule it because of the bitterness.

✨ What to Expect

Experiences vary by person and amount. Regular users keep to a consistent small amount and don’t escalate.

⚠️ Side Effects and Interactions

Nausea, dizziness, headache and drowsiness are the most reported side effects, and they rise with the amount.

🚫 Do not combine with alcohol, sedatives or opioid pain medications.
🚗 Don’t drive until you know your response.
🤰 Not for use if pregnant, nursing, or if you have a heart, liver or kidney condition.
🧒🐾 Keep away from children and pets.

🫙 Storage

Pure Akuamma Seed Extract (Picralima nitida). Store sealed in a cool, dry, dark place; the powder clumps if left open.

🔬 What the Research Says

Lab studies have isolated six main akuamma alkaloids. Akuammine and pseudo-akuammigine bind weakly to mu opioid receptors, and akuammicine acts mainly on kappa opioid receptors. In mouse pain tests the alkaloids showed limited effect. Researchers have since made modified versions of these alkaloids to study them further. Human research is still limited.

📄 Creed et al., Journal of Natural Products, 2020
📄 Hennessy et al., 2023

❓ Akuamma Extract FAQ

💊Is akuamma an opioid?＋
No. It’s a plant, not an opioid drug. Lab studies found some of its alkaloids bind weakly to opioid receptors, so don’t combine it with opioid medications, sedatives or alcohol.
⏱️How long does akuamma last?＋
It comes on gradually over the first hour and lasts several hours.
🔢What does 20:1 mean?＋
About 20 g of akuamma seed is used to make 1 g of extract. It describes how concentrated the extract is, not an exact alkaloid percentage.
⚖️How is extract powder different from seed powder?＋
Extract powder is concentrated, so servings are smaller. Seed powder is the whole seed ground, at natural strength.
📏How do I measure it?＋
Use a milligram scale. Scoops aren’t accurate at small amounts.
🍃Is akuamma like kratom?＋
No. They are different plants. Akuamma (Picralima nitida) is a West African tree, and kratom (Mitragyna speciosa) is a Southeast Asian tree. Both contain indole alkaloids, but akuamma’s main ones, akuammine and pseudo-akuammigine, are different compounds from kratom’s mitragynine.
🌍What is akuamma traditionally used for?＋
In West African herbal practice the seeds have been used for pain, fever, malaria and stomach complaints. Traditional use does not prove it works for any of these.
🔁Is akuamma addictive?＋
There is little research on long-term human use. Because some of its alkaloids act weakly on opioid receptors, dependence can’t be ruled out. Keep to small, consistent amounts and don’t use it daily without breaks.
🧬What is pseudo-akuammigine?＋
One of the main akuamma alkaloids. Lab tests show it binds weakly to mu opioid receptors.
🫙How should I store it?＋
Sealed, in a cool, dry, dark place. The powder clumps if left open.
🏛️Is akuamma legal?＋
It isn’t federally controlled in the US. Check your state and local rules before ordering.
🛒Where can I buy akuamma extract in the US?＋
Healing Herbals, a family-run New York shop since 2021, ships lab-tested akuamma nationwide to adults 21+.
ℹ️ Disclaimer. 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.

At a glance

  • Concentrated resin from whole Picralima nitida seed
  • High in akuammine and akuammidine
  • Full botanical profile preserved, consistent batch to batch
  • Ethically sourced and lab tested
  • Measured in small amounts, not by the seed
  • Adults 21 and over

The tree. Picralima nitida 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.

Alkaloid profile.

  • Akuammine: the most abundant alkaloid in the seed, typically a little over half the total alkaloid content
  • Akuammidine: the other named constituent, present alongside it
  • Pseudo-akuammigine, akuammicine and akuammiline: the related minor alkaloids that make up the rest of the profile

Why a resin. 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.

Use methods.

  • In warm liquid: a small amount stirred into a hot drink until it dissolves.
  • Capsule: the way round the bitterness, which with akuamma is considerable.
  • Sublingual: fastest and by far the most bitter.

Handling a resin. 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.

Cautions.

  • Consult a healthcare provider before use if you take medication or have a medical condition
  • Do not use with alcohol
  • Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how it affects you
  • Not for use during pregnancy or nursing
  • For adults 21 and over; keep out of reach of children

Storage. 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.

Related products. For whole material see whole akuamma seed, and for a standardized powder see Akuamma Seed Extract Powder. For the isolated compound see Akuammine Isolate. Related rare botanicals are in Botanical Extracts.

Common questions

  • How does the resin compare to whole seed? Far more concentrated and far more consistent, because you are measuring extract rather than plant material.
  • What is akuammine? The most abundant alkaloid in akuamma seed, typically a little over half the total alkaloid content.
  • Why is it so bitter? Akuamma seed is famously bitter, and a concentrate carries that through. Most people capsule it.
  • Do you sell it wholesale? Yes, this format is aimed at shops stocking rare botanicals. Get in touch for a quote.
  • Is it lab tested? Yes, and ethically sourced.

Disclaimer. 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.