Description
About clavo huasca
Clavo huasca is a large woody vine from the Amazon rainforest. Its name means clove vine, a reference to the spicy, clove-like scent of its bark and stem.
How it is used
In Peru the vine is traditionally steeped to flavour drinks. The powder can be used in aromatic blends where a warm, clove-like note is wanted.
Common questions
What does clavo huasca smell like?
The vine has a warm, spicy aroma very similar to cloves, which is where its name comes from: clavo means clove in Spanish.
Which part of the plant is used?
The woody vine and its bark are dried and, for this product, ground to a powder.
Where does it grow?
Clavo huasca is native to the Amazon rainforest, particularly in Peru and Brazil, where it climbs high into the forest canopy.
Craft projects with clavo huasca powder
Clavo huasca powder has a clove-like scent and a warm brown colour, which suit two craft uses.
- Soap: about 1 teaspoon per pound of oils or soap base for a brown speckle.
- Natural dye: 100 to 200 g for every 100 g of mordanted fibre. Strain the bath through fine cloth, because powder is harder to remove than cut bark.
The 50 g pack suits soap and small dye samples; the 1 kg pack suits larger dye batches. The project planner gives the quantities.
Storage
Store in a sealed container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Please note
This is a dried botanical product. We make no health claims about it, and it is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. If you are pregnant, nursing or taking medication, speak to a qualified professional before using any herb.
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