— Short, snippet-friendly answers to the most-asked questions about Cat's Claw (Uncaria tomentosa). For the full profile with citations, open the main page.
Cat's Claw (Uncaria tomentosa) is a woody vine native to the tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America, ranging from Belize to Venezuela. Cat's Claw (Latin: Uncaria tomentosa) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Cat's Claw is most often used to support immune support. Each claim is rated by evidence strength - see the full profile for citations.
Cat's Claw 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.
Cat's Claw is a member native to BLZ, BOL, BZN, CLM, COS, and ECU. Cat's Claw thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist, well-draining soil that is light (sandy) or medium.
Cat's Claw 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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