Botanical Identity & Heritage

Discover Sucupira (Pterodon emarginatus)

Exploring the traditional roots, botanical identity, and craft extraction behind Brazil’s revered sucupira seed.

Illustration of a flowering sucupira tree

The Botanical Origin

What is Sucupira?

Native to Brazil’s Cerrado region, Sucupira (Pterodon emarginatus) is a flowering tree with a long place in Brazilian botanical tradition. Several plants share the common name “sucupira”; Brazilian Botanics uses seed from Pterodon emarginatus, the species identified for our current formulation.

Traditional Ethnobotanical Use

Generations of Traditional Use

Across Brazil, sucupira seeds have been used for generations in traditional botanical preparations, including infusions and alcohol-based extracts. That traditional history is part of why we chose sucupira as the first Brazilian botanical to introduce under Brazilian Botanics.

Product Integrity

Our Extraction Process

Our liquid extract uses a precise 1:3 weight-to-volume extraction ratio. The formulation contains sucupira seed, ethanol, and water, with a final alcohol content of 60% ABV. The goal is a consistent, clearly specified extract with no added sweeteners, preservatives, or processing aids.

BotanicalPterodon emarginatus
Plant PartSeed
Extraction Ratio1:3 weight-to-volume
Final Alcohol60% ABV
FDA Disclaimer

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult your healthcare provider before beginning any botanical supplement regimen.