Iboga

To know Iboga is to know oneself, which can be achieved only through direct experiential involvement and introspection. Neither verbal nor visual representation nor scientific analysis can replace the tangible essence that arises from the direct communion with Iboga. ​ However, certain essential information can aid those considering engagement with this unique plant teacher and sacrament, fostering an awareness of Iboga’s need for sustainability and advocacy. Iboga, scientifically called Tabernanthe iboga, primarily thrives in West-Central Africa, particularly in areas like Gabon, Cameroon, and the Congo. First discovered by the Bobongo (Pygmy) people, Iboga molded and transformed their spiritual customs, establishing what we now know as the Bwiti. In the Western sphere, Ibogaine, an alkaloid extracted from the comprehensive Iboga profile, is renowned for its effectiveness in treating opioid dependency, providing a holistic range of anti-addictive properties.