Banisteriopsis Caapi Red Vine Powder – “The Vine of Souls”

Banisteriopsis caapi, often revered as the “Vine of Souls,” is a sacred plant native to the Amazon rainforest. This legendary vine is the primary ingredient in the ancient ceremonial brew known as Ayahuasca (also called Yagé or Yajé) and is also widely utilized in Changa blends.

Botanical Classification:

Family: Malpighiaceae
Genus: Banisteriopsis
Species: caapi, inebrians

Cultural & Ceremonial Significance

For centuries, indigenous communities throughout the Amazon Basin—and isolated regions of Colombia and Ecuador—have used Banisteriopsis caapi in spiritual rituals. This powerful forest liana is considered a conduit to the divine, used in ceremonies to access higher consciousness, healing, and connection to ancestral realms.

Traditional Preparation

Traditionally, segments of the vine are pounded and simmered with complementary plants like Psychotria viridis (Chacruna) or Diplopterys cabrerana (Chaliponga/Chagropanga) to prepare the Ayahuasca brew. In some cultures, cold water infusions of the vine alone are also used.

Our Red Caapi Vine Powder is finely milled for ease of botanical study and comes from ethically sourced, mature vines harvested with care and respect for the environment.