Kola Nut, Organic

Bulk Herbs: Kola Nut, Organic
Kola Nitida

Format: Nut pieces
Size: 1 oz package

Farming Type: Organic
Origin: Brazil

Tropical Africa is the native home of the towering kola tree, which grows up to 40 feet (13 meters) tall. Its yellow flowers, tinged with purple, bear reddish-brown seeds about the size of a walnut with almost no taste but rich in caffeine. Throughout Western Africa, a small piece of nut is chewed before each meal to promote digestion. It was introduced to Europe in the mid-16th century by Portuguese traders. The nut is also thought to enhance the flavor of food and to counteract the effects of drinking contaminated water.

Kola nut is the seed kernel of a large African tree now grown commercially around the world. Kola Nut is very popular in these regions as a caffeine-containing stimulant. Its properties are quite similar to those of caffeine, modified only by the astringents present.

NOTE: Contains caffeine, a nervous system stimulant. Excessive use of caffeine can cause insomnia, nervousness, an increased heart rate, and the other symptoms of excess caffeine intake. Exercise caution when using with other central nervous stimulants, including bronchodilators or adrenergic drugs.

In Magick, The Igbo, a tribe in southern Nigeria, consider the kola nut tree to be the first tree (and fruit) on earth. They consider the nut a symbol of hospitality, kindness, and fraternity. There are 125 species of Kola, and it has long been regarded as a symbol of hospitality and is used in many social ceremonies, such as marriages, births, and funerals.

For educational purposes only. The Food and Drug Administration has not evaluated this information. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.