Pau d’Arco
Looking to add pau d’arco to your daily routine? Nature’s Answer liquid extract is a pure, plant-based source.
By Stefan, last updated 07-10-2025
What is pau d’arco?
Pau d’arco is a South American tree whose inner bark is traditionally used for its naturally occurring compounds, such as lapachol. As a supplement, it is often taken as a liquid extract for ease of use.
The composition of pau d’arco explained
Nature’s Answer pau d’arco extract is a liquid, entirely plant-based and free from synthetic additives. The bark of the Tabebuia tree is carefully extracted to produce a concentrated tincture, preserving its original composition. Pau d’arco naturally contains various bioactive compounds, including lapachol, quinone compounds, flavonoids and naphthoquinones. These substances are characteristic of the tree’s inner bark and make this extract a potent, pure source of active plant compounds.
Pau d’Arco in our range
- Pau d’Arco Bark (Roze ipé) liquid extract from Nature’s Answer
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