Sananga

Q: Which plant does sananga come from?

From the roots or bark of shrubs of the genus Tabernaemontana, in the dogbane family. The product labels give T. undulata; the scientific literature also cites T. sananho.

Two sananga products, both labelled Maya Herbs and Tabernaemontana undulata: a liquid in a 5 ml dropper bottle and a shredded root bark in 5, 25 or 100 g. The guide below the grid compares them and sums up what is known about the plant.

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Katukina Sananga Root Bark – Shredded, Tabernaemontana undulata

4251

€82.95

Shredded sananga root bark, linked to Tabernaemontana undulata, under the Maya Herbs label marked "Made in Brazil". The supplier attributes it to the Katukina; the label does not mention this. The word Whole on the label does not describe the shredded look of the material in the photos. Three sizes: 5 g, 25 g or 100 g. Botanical name:...

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Tribal Sananga - From Brazil

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€21.45

Tribal Sananga, a liquid under the Maya Herbs label linked to Tabernaemontana undulata, in a 5 ml dropper bottle. The product data gives Brazil and Acre; the label names no country and no ingredient. One size only. Botanical name: Tabernaemontana undulata Vahl Family: Apocynaceae (dogbane family) Volume: 5 ml (label) Smartshop

Category · Sananga

Sananga at Mycotrop

Sananga is the Amazonian name for preparations made from the roots or bark of shrubs of the genus Tabernaemontana, in the dogbane family (Apocynaceae). Both products in this category carry the name Tabernaemontana undulata, a species accepted by Kew’s plant list, native from Central America to northern Brazil.

Mycotrop offers it in two forms: the finished product in a bottle, and the dried root bark.

2 products
Brazil
Neutral parcel

Products: 2
Formats: 5 g · 25 g · 100 g · 5 ml
Origins: Brazil
Delivery: Neutral parcel, tracking by email

The two products

Product	Form	Sizes	Label
Tribal Sananga	Liquid in a dropper bottle	5 ml	Maya Herbs, “Tribal Sananga”, Tabernaemontana undulata
Sananga root bark	Shredded, dried root bark	5 g, 25 g, 100 g	Maya Herbs, “Made in Brazil”, Tabernaemontana undulata

Both products come from Brazil according to the supplier’s data. “Katukina” and “Tribal” are part of the trade names: the labels name no community.

Traditional use and composition

Sananga is an Amazonian preparation from the roots or bark of Tabernaemontana; the 2023 Brazilian review cited here concerns T. sananho, while the product label names T. undulata. Its use has spread from villages to cities (Robert et al. 2023). Among the Huni Kuin and Yawanawá of the state of Acre it has a ritual and spiritual place, linked to the notion of “panema”, the bad luck that dogs a person.

Other peoples regard the plant as sacred, such as the Aguaruna of Peru and the Awa, Cofán, Secoya, Shuar, Wao or Kichwa of Ecuador. Iboga-type indole alkaloids (coronaridine, voacangine, ibogamine) have been described in the bark of T. sananho. Little research has been published on these species.

Known compounds	Iboga-type monoterpenoid indole alkaloids (coronaridine, voacangine, 3-hydroxycoronaridine, heyneanine, ibogamine) in the bark of T. sananho; T. undulata is less documented.
Traditional use	Ritual place among the Huni Kuin and Yawanawá of Acre; sacred plant for the Aguaruna of Peru and several peoples of Ecuador.
State of research	Little published. A 2023 Brazilian review calls for further studies.

Good to know

A 2023 Brazilian review notes that one alkaloid of the plant, voacangine, is classed as an irritant (GHS) and calls for safety studies (Robert et al. 2023).

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.

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: Robert, Sieben & Lima 2023, Revista Fitos 17(3); supplier information; Plants of the World Online (Kew). Updated 5 October 2026 by the Mycotrop team.

Frequently asked questions

What is sananga?

Sananga is an Amazonian preparation from the roots or bark of Tabernaemontana (notably T. sananho). It has a ritual place among peoples such as the Huni Kuin and Yawanawá of Acre, linked to the notion of “panema”. The published scientific data are limited.

Which products does the Sananga category contain?

Two: Tribal Sananga, a liquid in a 5 ml dropper bottle, and a shredded sananga root bark sold in 5, 25 or 100 g. Both carry the Maya Herbs label and the name Tabernaemontana undulata.

Which plant does sananga come from?

From the roots or bark of shrubs of the genus Tabernaemontana, in the dogbane family. The product labels give T. undulata; the scientific literature also cites T. sananho.

Where do these products come from?

From Brazil, according to the supplier’s data; the Tribal Sananga bottle is associated with the state of Acre. The labels name no village or community.