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Chaliponga from Napo, Peru – Whole Leaves, Diplopterys cabrerana
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Dried leaves of chaliponga, the name under which the leaves of Diplopterys cabrerana, a liana of the Malpighiaceae, are sold. The Maya Ethnobotanicals pouch reads "Whole Leaves – Napo" and "Made in Peru". Three sizes: 50 g, 250 g or 1 kg.
- Botanical name: Diplopterys cabrerana (Cuatrec.) B.Gates
- Family: Malpighiaceae
- Origin: Napo (label); Made in Peru
Chaliponga · Diplopterys cabrerana (Cuatrec.) B.Gates · 50 g / 250 g / 1 kg
Whole chaliponga leaves from Napo, Peru
Chaliponga is the name under which the leaves of Diplopterys cabrerana are sold. This Maya Ethnobotanicals pouch holds dried leaves; its label reads "Chaliponga", "Diplopterys cabrerana" and "Whole Leaves – Napo" and carries a "Made in Peru" seal. Mycotrop offers them in 50 g, 250 g and 1 kg, with the same leaves in every size.
- 50 g / 250 g / 1 kg
- Malpighiaceae
- Leaves
- Whole, dried
- Botanical name
- Diplopterys cabrerana (Cuatrec.) B.Gates
- Family
- Malpighiaceae
- Synonym
- Banisteriopsis cabrerana Cuatrec.
- Common name
- Chaliponga
- Plant part
- Leaf
- Form
- Whole, dried (label: Whole Leaves)
- Origin
- Napo (label); Made in Peru
Important: a plant that contains DMT
Good to know
This species is known to contain DMT (N,N-dimethyltryptamine) or related tryptamines. Combined with a plant that contains MAOIs, as in ayahuasca, it can cause serious interactions with many medicines and other substances.
- Not suitable for anyone with a personal or family history of psychosis or bipolar disorder, for people with heart disease, or during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- Never with antidepressants or other psychoactive substances.
- We do not give any preparation method, extraction method or dosage for this plant.
Traditional use and composition
Diplopterys cabrerana, called chaliponga, is a liana of the Malpighiaceae family native to the Amazon (Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Venezuela). Together with Banisteriopsis caapi and Psychotria viridis, it is one of the most documented yagé (ayahuasca) plants in Colombia, among peoples of the Putumayo, Vaupés and Caquetá such as the Siona, Cofán and Inga (Brache and Diazgranados 2026).
In the Colombian Putumayo and in Ecuador, it is this liana, rather than Psychotria viridis, that is associated with yagé (Brito-da-Costa et al. 2020). This page is documentary: it describes neither preparation nor effects.
| Known compounds | Tryptamines: mainly DMT (McKenna et al. 1984), with bufotenine as a minor compound (Rodríguez et al. 2022). |
|---|---|
| Traditional use | Plant associated with yagé (ayahuasca) among peoples of the north-west Amazon, including the Siona, Cofán and Inga. |
| Where the use comes from | North-west Amazon: Putumayo, Vaupés and Caquetá in Colombia, and Ecuador. |
| State of research | Limited ethnobotanical and chemical documentation, mostly in studies devoted to ayahuasca. No health claim is authorised in the EU for this plant. |
What the photos show
The main photo shows an upright kraft pouch with a green and brown Maya Ethnobotanicals label, reading "Chaliponga", "Diplopterys cabrerana" and "Whole Leaves – Napo" with a "Made in Peru" seal; the "Net Weight" field is blank in the image. In front of it, a woven basket holds dried greyish-green leaves of varying sizes. The second photo shows the basket on its own: dried leaves, some of them brown, with a few thin stems.
A liana of the Malpighiaceae
The species was first published in 1958 as Banisteriopsis cabrerana Cuatrec.; B. Gates moved it to the genus Diplopterys in 1979. GBIF and the WCVP of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, accept Diplopterys cabrerana and list the older name as a synonym. According to the WCVP, the species is native to Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Venezuela and northern Brazil. Chaliponga is a common name; GBIF also records challi panka and chakra panka.
Napo and Made in Peru
The label says Napo without stating whether this is a river, a district or a province; it also carries Made in Peru, which names the country where the product was made. The Chaliponga category groups other lots of the same species, with other stated sources.
Storing your botanicals
Keep dried plants in their tightly closed pouch or in an airtight jar, away from light, moisture and heat. Powders absorb moisture easily, so close them again straight away. For extracts, tinctures and capsules, follow the instructions on the label and the printed date.
Before using a plant
- Keep plants out of the reach of children and pets.
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or taking any medication, ask a doctor or pharmacist first: many plants interact with medicines.
- Stop immediately if you have an allergic reaction or feel unwell.
- The information on this page describes the product; it does not replace medical advice.
Specifications
| Botanical name | Diplopterys cabrerana (Cuatrec.) B.Gates |
|---|---|
| Family | Malpighiaceae |
| Synonym | Banisteriopsis cabrerana Cuatrec. |
| Common name | Chaliponga |
| Plant part | Leaf |
| Form | Whole, dried (label: Whole Leaves) |
| Origin | Napo (label); Made in Peru |
| Pack sizes | 50 g · 250 g · 1 kg |
| Brand on the label | Maya Ethnobotanicals (Maya World Trading BV, Haarlem, the Netherlands) |
| Reference | 2277 |
| Sold as | Collectible or souvenir item; not for consumption |
Discreet delivery
Orders are packed on working days and leave in plain outer packaging that does not describe the contents. Once your order has shipped, we email you the tracking link when one is available. Estimated delivery times, right of withdrawal and exceptions: Delivery, tracking and returns.
Sources: McKenna, Towers & Abbott 1984, J Ethnopharmacol 10(2):195-223; Rodríguez et al. 2022, ACS Omega 7(14):12307-12317; Brito-da-Costa et al. 2020, Pharmaceuticals 13(11):334; Brache & Diazgranados 2026, Front Pharmacol 17:1729887; supplier information; Plants of the World Online (Kew); GBIF. Updated 3 October 2026 by the Mycotrop team.
Frequently asked questions
What is chaliponga?
Chaliponga is the common name of Diplopterys cabrerana, an Amazonian liana of the Malpighiaceae family. It is known in ethnobotany as a plant associated with yagé among peoples of the north-west Amazon such as the Siona. The shop sells it only as a botanical collector’s item.
Are chaliponga and chacruna the same plant?
No. Chacruna is Psychotria viridis, of the coffee family (Rubiaceae); chaliponga is Diplopterys cabrerana, of the Malpighiaceae family. They are two distinct species.
Which pack sizes are available?
50 g, 250 g and 1 kg, all with the same dried leaves.
What does the label say?
The Maya Ethnobotanicals logo, "Chaliponga", "Diplopterys cabrerana", "Whole Leaves – Napo" and a "Made in Peru" seal. The net weight field is blank in the photo.
Are chaliponga and Diplopterys cabrerana the same plant?
Yes: the label pairs the name chaliponga with Diplopterys cabrerana, the name accepted by GBIF and the WCVP. Banisteriopsis cabrerana is an older synonym.
Are the leaves whole?
The label says "Whole Leaves". The photos show dried leaves of varying sizes, several of them curled or partly broken, which is usual for dried material.
Where does the species grow naturally?
In Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Venezuela and northern Brazil, according to the WCVP.
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