Other name: kawa, waka, lewena, yaqona, grog (Fiji), sakau (Pohnpei), ‘awa (Hawaii), ‘ava (Samoa) and wati (New Guinea).
Kava Kava is a herbal remedy derived from the roots of Piper methysticum, a plant native to the Pacific Ocean islands. Its name, “intoxicating pepper,” reflects its traditional usage. Communities in Pacific islands such as Fiji and Tonga have incorporated it into social gatherings and traditional medicine practices for centuries. The preparation involves drying or crushing the roots into a powder, which is then mixed with water and consumed.
Medicinal Uses:
- Treatment of anxiety
- Insomnia
- Related nervous disorders
