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Kambo-Matses
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Description
KAMBO
Phyllomedusa bicolor
"Kambo," "Kampo," or "Sapo" is a traditional medicine used by the tribes of the Amazon. The Matsés tribe traditionally uses Kambo as a ceremonial medicine to gain strength, focus, and agility for hunting.
Secretion from the frog (Phyllomedusa bicolor).
Packaged in a corn leaf.
One stick typically yields about 80–140 dots.
What Is Kambo
Kambo is the dried skin secretion of the giant leaf frog (Phyllomedusa bicolor), traditionally collected by Amazonian communities. In an ethnographic context it is regarded as “jungle medicine” and a practice of working with intention, discipline, and cleansing on the level of body and spirit.
Today, Kambo is sometimes used in rituals led by trained practitioners. It is not a food product or a medicine within the meaning of the law; it is a raw specimen of historical and educational value.
History of the Ritual
In the accounts of the Indigenous peoples of the Amazon, Kambo was used, among other things, before hunts and at times when it was necessary to “dispel misfortune” and restore vital strength. The ritual was part of a wider order—it included preparation, a clear intention, and the support of experienced members of the tribe.
Over time, this practice spread beyond the jungle and took root in urban circles. What remains crucial is respect for tradition, ethical sourcing of the material, and ceremonies led by people who understand the culture and safe practice frameworks.
How the Ritual Should Be Conducted
- Intention and consent: The participant clearly sets an intention. The ritual takes place voluntarily, in an atmosphere of trust and respect for boundaries.
- Intake and qualification: A trained facilitator conducts a detailed health intake, rules out contraindications, and explains the process. Self-application is not recommended.
- Space and care: The setting is calm and clean, with access to water, a restroom, and basic safety equipment. The facilitator is present and monitors the participant throughout.
- Participant preparation: Guidelines for hydration, diet, and hygiene before the ritual are established. The participant is informed about possible sensations and signals to pay attention to.
- Application within the ceremonial frame: The facilitator conducts the ritual in accordance with tradition and training—in an attentive, gradual manner tailored to the individual. “One-size-fits-all” dosing is not used; decisions are made solely by an experienced practitioner.
- Observation and support: Throughout the process, continuous supervision, comfort, access to water as advised by the facilitator, and a calm space for bodily and emotional experiences are provided.
- Closure and integration: After completion there is rest, gentle rehydration, and a brief debrief of the experience. The participant returns to daily life without haste, with care for regeneration.
Preparation and Safety
- A few days before: Follow a lighter diet and limit alcohol and stimulants. Good sleep quality and calming the nervous system support a smoother passage through the ritual.
- Hydration: Drink water sensibly. Avoid excessive amounts before and during—the facilitator sets the guidelines. Excess fluids do not increase the “effect” and may burden the body.
- Medications and substances: Do not combine with alcohol, psychoactive substances, or preparations that strongly affect blood pressure or neurochemistry. In particular, avoid combining with MAO inhibitors (MAOIs) and other intensely acting agents—decisions should always follow a thorough intake.
- Common contraindications: cardiac issues (including unstable blood pressure), serious kidney or liver disease, a history of stroke or aneurysms, epilepsy, pregnancy and breastfeeding, acute conditions, severe psychiatric episodes, and general debility. Any doubts should be discussed with the facilitator before the ritual.
- After the ritual: Rest, a light, easily digestible meal, and gentle rehydration. Avoid overexerting the body (workouts, sauna, prolonged sun exposure) on the day of the ceremony.
Product Information
- Material: dried secretion of Phyllomedusa bicolor.
- Packaging: traditional.
- Yield: one stick typically suffices for approx. 80–140 dots (indicative value).
Purchase Conditions
Purchase is available only to individuals who have completed a Kambo course.
We have Kambo in stock—if you wish to buy, contact us!
This natural product is offered for its historical and ethnographic value and is supplied without expressed or implied fitness for any particular purpose. It is simply a raw botanical specimen or scientific sample. The information provided is intended solely for historical, scientific, and educational purposes and should not be construed as a recommendation for any specific use. The use and application of our product is at the customer's decision, responsibility, and risk. Kambo is non-returnable.