Pau d'arco is the inner bark of a South American tree, Handroanthus impetiginosus, also sold under the names lapacho and taheebo. At Probiotic.ie we stock pau d'arco capsules providing 500 mg of inner bark per vegan capsule, shipped from Dublin with tracked delivery across Ireland.
Pau d'arco: key facts
- Plant: Handroanthus impetiginosus, previously classified as Tabebuia impetiginosa, in the family Bignoniaceae
- Other names: lapacho, taheebo and ipê
- Native to: Central and South America, including the Amazon region
- Part used: the inner bark
- Compounds: the bark contains naphthoquinones, including lapachol
- Regulation in Ireland: sold as a food supplement under Irish and EU food law, overseen by the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI)
- Health claims: no health claim is authorised in the EU for pau d'arco
What is pau d'arco?
Pau d'arco comes from a flowering tree that grows across Central and South America. The trees are known for pink and purple flowers and very hard timber. The inner bark is dried and used in teas and food supplements.
Botanists reclassified the tree in recent years, so you may see both Tabebuia impetiginosa and Handroanthus impetiginosus on labels and in research. They refer to the same species.
Pau d'arco, lapacho and taheebo: are they the same?
Yes. Pau d'arco is the Portuguese name used in Brazil. Lapacho is common in Spanish-speaking countries, and taheebo is another trade name. All three usually refer to the inner bark of the same group of trees. Check the botanical name on the label to be sure.
Pau d'arco supplements available in Ireland
Free from gluten and dairy, made under GMP standards, per the manufacturer.
How to choose a pau d'arco supplement
1. Check the botanical name
Look for Handroanthus impetiginosus or Tabebuia impetiginosa on the label, and confirm the part used is the inner bark.
2. Capsules or loose bark
Capsules give a measured amount per serving. Loose bark is sold for tea, and the amount you take depends on how it is brewed.
3. Amount per serving
Check the milligrams per capsule and how many capsules make one serving.
Food supplement notice. The products in this collection are food supplements, not medicines. They are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. No health claim is authorised in the EU for pau d'arco. Food supplements should not replace a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless advised by your doctor. If you take any medication, including blood-thinning medication, speak to your GP or pharmacist before use. For health information in Ireland, the HSE is the appropriate reference.
Buying pau d'arco in Ireland
All stock ships from Dublin on a tracked service, with free tracked Irish delivery on orders over €75. Because orders ship from within Ireland, no customs charges apply. See our delivery information for details.
Pau d'arco FAQs
What is pau d'arco?
Pau d'arco is the inner bark of Handroanthus impetiginosus, a tree native to Central and South America. It is sold as a food supplement in capsules and as loose bark for tea.
Is pau d'arco the same as lapacho?
Yes. Lapacho and taheebo are other names for pau d'arco bark. Check the botanical name on the label to confirm.
How do you take pau d'arco capsules?
Follow the label. NOW Foods Pau D'Arco directs two capsules one to two times daily with food. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose.
Can you make pau d'arco tea?
Pau d'arco bark is traditionally brewed as a tea, usually simmered rather than steeped. We stock capsules rather than loose bark. Tea does not provide a measured amount per serving.
Is pau d'arco safe?
Follow the label and do not exceed the stated dose. It is not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless your doctor advises it. If you take any medication, including blood thinners, speak to your GP or pharmacist first. Stop use and seek medical advice if you notice any adverse reaction.
Are pau d'arco capsules vegan?
The NOW Foods Pau D'Arco capsules we stock use vegetable capsules and are suitable for vegans.
Where can I buy pau d'arco in Ireland?
You can buy pau d'arco capsules at Probiotic.ie. Orders ship from Dublin with tracked Irish delivery, and no customs charges apply.
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