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The kava plant, whose
scientific name is piper methysticum, is a relative of
the black pepper plant. Like the black pepper plant, the
kava plant grows only in tropical locations. It's no
wonder that Hawaii offers the perfect climate for
growing kava plants--our lovely landscape nurtures the
plants with rich soil and a mild tropical climate with
plenty of sun and the proper amount of rainfall.
There are a number of strains of the kava plant, each
with its own potency level. The potency of a particular
kava strain is determined by a chemical analysis of its
roots. The main psychoactive components of the kava
plant are called kavalactones. Kavalactones are unique
psychoactive components in that they are completely
non-addictive. This is what makes kava a safe, smart
choice for a range of ailments ranging from muscle aches
to insomnia to mild depression or anxiety.
Kava plants have been used by Pacific Islanders for
generations for a wide variety of uses. Kava is seen as
a medical herb as well as a celebratory, religious, and
even political aide. Kava's unique chemical makeup has
made it a highly effective antibacterial supplement that
has traditionally been used to treat a variety of
ailments, including gout and rheumatism.
At Kona Kava Farm, we use the strictest organic growing
requirements to produce our kava root. Growing kava is
our family business, and it's been a passion of ours for
generations. We know you have other options for buying
kava, but we truly believe ours is the best quality
available anywhere. We take great pains to dry our kava
in the traditional manner so that it maintains as much
potency as possible. In addition to pure kava root, we
also sell kava in the form of a paste and a concentrate.
For those who want a truly delicious kava experience, we
also offer exclusive kava-based chai and chocolate drink
mixes. We can't stop drinking them ourselves, and we
can't wait to share them with you! |
