Carqueja is a perennial green herb that grows nearly vertical to a height of 1–2 meters and produces yellowish-white flowers at the top of the plant. The bright green, flat, winged stalks have a fleshy, succulent consistency and the “wings” take the place of leaves. The Baccharis genus is composed of more than 400 species native to tropical and subtropical America. More information about Carqueja Extract

• This plant has been documented with uterine stimulant and uterine antispasmodic actions in animal studies and should therefore not be used in pregnancy.
• Chronic, long-term use of this plant is not advised, as it may lead to die-off of friendly bacteria in the digestive tract due to its documented antibacterial and antifungal properties. Supplementing the diet with probiotics and digestive enzymes is advisable if this plant is used for longer than 30 days.