— Short, snippet-friendly answers to the most-asked questions about Yage (Banisteriopsis caapi). For the full profile with citations, open the main page.
Yage, scientifically known as Banisteriopsis caapi, is a large climbing vine native to the Amazon rainforest stretching across Argentina Northwest, Bolivia, Brazil North, Brazil West-Central, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. Yage (Latin: Banisteriopsis caapi) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Yage is most often used to support mood support. Each claim is rated by evidence strength — see the full profile for citations.
Yage is generally considered safe when used at traditional doses. Always consult a clinician before using any herbal preparation — especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, while on medication, or for children.
Yage is a member native to AGW, BOL, BZN, BZC, CLM, and ECU. Yage thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Yage grows best in USDA zone 10-12, full sun, partial sun/shade light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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