Tanaecium of the Bignonia Family
Aka Tanaecium nocturnum
Location: Tropical and Warm Regions of Central and South America, Abundant in West Indies
Koribo is enjoyed by the Paumari of Rio Purus and all throughout the tropics of the Central and South Americas. It grows as a climber and has elliptical, uper broad leaves that are nearly heart shaped. Tanaecium blooms white flowers that can be up to 7 inches long and are tubular in shape. The stems emit a weird oil that smells much like almond oil when severed.
The Koribo plant has been used as a snuff dating to ancient times. Shamans sniff it in part of a number of rituals, including curing and healing ceremonies. It is also used to protect children and induce trances. Koribo is commonly used as a natural Aphrodisiac. The plant contains the psychoactive T. nocturnum.
