The inner bark of the Lapacho tree plays a central role in the herbal medicine of native Indians of Brazil, Northern Argentina, Paraguay, Bolivia and Peru. They have used Lapacho for medicinal purposes for centuries, naming it "The Divine Tree", "to have strength and vigour " and "Giver of Life.“ Using Lapacho bark may combat infection, give greater vitality, strengthen cellular structure, and help to eliminate pain and inflammations. Lapacho is applied externally and internally for the treatment of fevers, infections, colds, flu, syphilis, cancer, respiratory problems, skin ulcerations and boils, dysentery, gastro-intestinal problems of all kinds, debilitating conditions such as arthritis and prostatitis, and circulation disturbances. Many other beneficial effects have been validated by modern research. Clinical studies show it has no contraindications, no incompatibilities, and has proven to be non-toxic.