Mothervine Extract black 1.1 / 5.1

Banisteriopsis Caapi Black
1:1 & 5:1 Glycerine Extract

The Black Vine. The Deep Transformer. A powerful Amazonian master plant traditionally worked with for shadow work, grounding, self-discovery and profound personal transformation.

Banisteriopsis Caapi Black is one of the most revered and sought-after varieties of the sacred Amazonian vine. For generations it has been worked with by indigenous peoples as a master plant teacher, valued for its ability to support deep introspection, emotional processing and spiritual growth.

Our glycerine extracts are prepared exclusively from premium Black Banisteriopsis Caapi, sustainably sourced from trusted indigenous partners in the Peruvian Amazon.

This is pure Banisteriopsis Caapi with no additional plants, extracts or additives.

Available in both 1:1 and 5:1 concentrations, these alcohol-free extracts provide a convenient and accessible way to work with this remarkable Amazonian vine.

Known for its dark bark and powerful character, Black Caapi is often regarded as one of the deepest and most transformative expressions of the vine. It is traditionally chosen by those seeking profound inner work, emotional release and greater self-understanding.

The Spirit of Black Caapi

Within Amazonian traditions, Black Caapi is often associated with depth, transformation, grounding and personal evolution.

Many practitioners describe Black Caapi as a demanding yet compassionate teacher that encourages us to confront the aspects of ourselves we may habitually avoid. Rather than offering quick answers, it invites deeper reflection, helping bring awareness to hidden patterns, fears, beliefs and emotional wounds that may be limiting growth.

For this reason, Black Caapi is frequently associated with what many modern practitioners call "shadow work" — the process of becoming conscious of unconscious patterns and integrating them with greater understanding and compassion.

Traditionally, Black Caapi is worked with to cultivate:

• Deep self-awareness

• Emotional resilience

• Grounding and stability

• Personal transformation

• Spiritual connection

• Courage and inner strength

• Clarity of purpose

• Greater authenticity

Its energy is often described as serious, wise and deeply supportive for those committed to meaningful personal development.

Traditional Uses

Throughout Amazonian traditions, Banisteriopsis Caapi has long been regarded as a plant of learning, healing and transformation.

Black Caapi is particularly valued by those seeking a deeper understanding of themselves and a stronger connection to their inner wisdom.

Traditionally it has been worked with for:

• Emotional reflection and processing

• Meditation and contemplative practice

• Personal growth and self-development

• Spiritual exploration

• Working through recurring habits and patterns

• Developing resilience and self-awareness

• Building stronger personal foundations

• Supporting intentional transformation

Many who work with Black Caapi describe a greater sense of grounding, presence and emotional clarity.

The Science Behind the Vine

Banisteriopsis Caapi naturally contains the beta-carboline alkaloids harmine, harmaline and tetrahydroharmine.

These unique naturally occurring compounds have attracted increasing scientific interest due to their interaction with neurological pathways associated with mood, cognition, learning and emotional processing.

Researchers continue to investigate the relationship between these constituents and cognitive flexibility, emotional wellbeing and the brain's remarkable capacity for adaptation and growth.

While Amazonian cultures have worked with Caapi as a sacred teacher plant for generations, modern science is only beginning to explore the remarkable chemistry that may contribute to its longstanding reputation.

Why People Work With Black Caapi

Banisteriopsis Caapi Black has traditionally been associated with:

• Deep introspection

• Emotional insight and clarity

• Working through habits and limiting patterns

• Greater self-awareness

• Strengthening intuition

• Developing resilience and healthy boundaries

• Feelings of gratitude and connection

• Personal transformation and spiritual growth

• Deepening meditation and contemplative practices

Many people value Black Caapi as a plant ally that supports profound inner work while helping cultivate strength, stability and deeper self-understanding.

About Our Extracts

We offer two strengths:

1:1 Glycerine Extract

Produced using equal parts Banisteriopsis Caapi and vegetable glycerine. This traditional-strength extract offers a balanced and approachable way to experience the depth and transformative character traditionally associated with Black Caapi.

5:1 Glycerine Extract

Our concentrated extract contains the equivalent of five parts vine to one part finished extract, creating a significantly stronger preparation for those seeking a more potent expression of the plant.

Both extracts are alcohol-free and prepared in small batches with care and respect for the traditions from which this sacred vine originates.

The use of premium vegetable glycerine produces a naturally sweet, smooth-tasting extract that many people find pleasant and easy to work with.

Ethically Sourced

We work directly with trusted indigenous partners and local growers in Peru who harvest Banisteriopsis Caapi using sustainable methods that help protect both the rainforest and the future of the vine.

By supporting ethically sourced Caapi, you help contribute to replanting initiatives, rainforest stewardship and the preservation of traditional Amazonian plant knowledge.

How to Use

1:1 Extract: 5–10 drops under the tongue or in water, one to two times daily.

5:1 Extract: Begin with 2–5 drops and adjust according to personal preference.

Many people choose to work with Black Caapi intentionally alongside meditation, journaling, breathwork, prayer or other reflective practices.

Important Safety Information

Banisteriopsis Caapi naturally contains beta-carboline alkaloids and may interact with certain medications.

Do not use alongside:

• MAOI medications

• SSRI antidepressants

• SNRI antidepressants

• Certain psychiatric medications

• Other substances that may interact with monoamine oxidase inhibition

Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

If you are taking medication or have a medical condition, consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before use.

This product is offered for its ethnobotanical and traditional value and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

A premium alcohol-free extract of one of the Amazon's most respected master plants, traditionally worked with for deep self-discovery, emotional resilience, spiritual connection and profound personal transformation.