Cat’s Claw Bark (Uncaria tomentosa)
Organic
Energy: Masculine
Planet: Mars
Element: Fire
Magical & Spiritual Uses
Cat’s Claw is traditionally worked with for protection, healing, and strengthening spiritual defenses. In folk magic and ancestral traditions of the Americas, it is associated with resilience, endurance, and the ability to defend oneself against harmful influences. Its clawed, climbing nature symbolically aligns it with holding firm boundaries and gripping tightly to one’s power during times of challenge. Cat’s Claw is often included in protection workings, restorative rituals, and spiritual practices focused on rebuilding strength after prolonged stress or energetic depletion.
Traditional & Folk Herbal Context
Cat’s Claw is a woody vine native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America and a member of the Rubiaceae family. It is named for the curved, claw-like thorns that allow the vine to climb high into surrounding trees. The bark has been used for thousands of years in Indigenous traditions and later referenced in broader herbal practices. Ethically harvested Cat’s Claw remains an important cultural and economic resource in parts of the Amazon region. These uses are shared as historical and educational context only.
 
Organic herb. Sold unprepared. Curio only.
As with all herbs, there may be slight variations in color, texture, cut, aroma, or appearance due to natural growing conditions, seasonal differences, and processing methods.
 
 Disclaimer
This information is for educational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, or taking medications.
Precaution:
Not for use during pregnancy except under the supervision of a qualified healthcare practitioner.