Medicinal trees are pillars of the Amazonian ecosystem. They preserve biodiversity, host multiple species of flora and fauna, and help regulate the climate and the forest's natural cycles.
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Adopt a medicinal tree
Contribute to the conservation of native species and support Indigenous communities that safeguard the ancestral wisdom of the Amazon.
It is not just a tree; it is life, medicine, and ancestral knowledge
Indigenous communities of the Amazon have used plants for thousands of years to care for health, keeping their traditional medicine alive. For many peoples, plants have a spirit and are part of a deep relationship with nature.
Native medicinal trees sustain the life of the forest: they host multiple species of flora and fauna, maintain ecosystems, and store carbon. Today, many of these species are in danger of disappearing, putting both biodiversity and ancestral knowledge at risk.
By adopting a medicinal tree, you join the heart of the forest and help protect the life, climate, and wisdom that keeps the Amazon alive.
By protecting a medicinal tree, we keep the ancestral wisdom of the Amazon alive
Why is it important to protect a medicinal tree?
They carry ancestral wisdom. For generations, Amazonian communities have passed down knowledge about their uses, maintaining a deep relationship between nature and culture.
They are the foundation of Amazonian traditional medicine. From their leaves, bark, and resins, natural remedies are derived — used for centuries to prevent and treat various illnesses.
Adopt a medicinal tree
By adopting a medicinal tree, you are directly contributing to the protection of species that have been ancestrally used by Indigenous communities for health care.
Choose my tree ↓
Sangre de Grado
The forest's doctor. Its sap is an extraordinary natural healer, used to treat wounds, relieve pain, and boost the immune system — the Amazon's first-aid kit.
Adopt Sangre de Grado
Achiote
The natural protector. Its pigment goes beyond color: its leaves ease inflammation, care for the skin, and deliver powerful antioxidants in a single plant.
Adopt Achiote
Ayahuasca
The ancestral guide. Used for spiritual healing and ceremonial knowledge, it helps foster psychological clarity, growth, and community connection.
Adopt Ayahuasca
Camu Camu
The forest's superfood. Packed with vitamin C, it protects the body against disease, supports the immune system, and is an essential Amazonian ally for life.
Adopt Camu Camu
Barbasco
The silent guardian. Known for its potency in traditional medicine, its leaves ease inflammation, care for the skin, and deliver natural compounds for well-being.
Adopt Barbasco
Mucura
The energetic protector. Used to strengthen the immune system against infections, and in Amazonian tradition, a powerful plant for spiritual cleansing and protection.
Adopt Mucura
What does it mean to adopt?
Adopting a medicinal tree is a direct contribution to its conservation, monitoring, and protection in the forest and its natural environment.
This adoption is symbolic. It does not mean ownership of a specific tree, but rather active support for forest restoration and care processes.
Your contribution enables Indigenous communities to continue protecting these species, preserving both biodiversity and the knowledge that sustains them.
You are not buying a tree. You are ensuring it continues to exist.
What are the benefits of adoption?
- A personalized digital certificate with your name or a name of your choice if you wish to gift the adoption.
- Information about the native tree species you have adopted.
- The story of the community that protects these native trees.
- Photos and updates about the adopted tree.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What every donor wants to know before adopting a medicinal tree.
What does it mean to adopt a native tree?
It means directly contributing to the protection and conservation of an Amazonian tree, while supporting Indigenous communities that care for it and preserve its ecological, medicinal, and cultural value.
Is the adoption symbolic?
Yes. You do not acquire ownership of the tree, but your contribution has a real impact on its conservation, the forest's biodiversity, and the well-being of the communities that protect it.
Where are the adopted trees located?
Medicinal trees are located in the buffer zone of the Pacaya Samiria Reserve, in territories protected by Kukama Kukamiria families from the community of San Francisco, in the district of Nauta, Loreto Region.
Who takes care of the trees?
The trees are cared for by Indigenous families who combine ancestral knowledge with conservation practices, ensuring their protection and sustainable use.
What will I receive when adopting a tree?
You will receive a personalized digital certificate, information about the adopted species, the story of the community that protects it, and periodic updates with photos or videos.
How will I receive the information and updates?
All information will be sent by email, including your certificate and updates about your tree.
Can I gift an adoption?
Yes. You can gift an adoption to a friend or family member. You will receive a personalized certificate with the name of the person you choose.
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