Family:

Piperaceae

 

Part Used:

Root

 

Energetics & Taste:

Pungent and warming.

 

Habitat:

Native to the Islands of the western Pacific, it prefers a tropical climate.

Key Benefits:

Kava is a powerful muscle relaxant that effectively eases muscle tension and spasms, making it particularly useful for conditions like restless leg syndrome. Its sedative properties are highly effective in relieving stress, anxiety, and restlessness. As a mild analgesic, kava relieves pain, primarily when tension is associated with the pain.

Additionally, kava is a diuretic and analgesic, supporting arthritic conditions like gout. Its antiseptic properties make it useful as a mouthwash for toothaches, mouth ulcers, sore throats, urethritis, and cystitis.

 

Contraindications:

Only use short-term, do not use if you have liver problems, or if you are pregnant.