Organic
Mopane Oil
Wildcrafted

The mopane tree thrives in the dry, subtropical savannah of Angola. The open grasslands of the savannah experience prolonged periods of heat and dryness as well as rainy periods, offering ideal conditions for developing components such as α-pinene and β-caryophyllene. The precious, resinous seeds are hand-harvested by local indigenous communities with years of experience. To extract the aromatic essential oil, the seeds are gently distilled with steam. The years of experience, special production process, high quality, and passion of the farmers are reflected in the authentic aroma of the mopane oil.

The mopane tree (Colophospermum mopane) belongs to the legume family (Fabaceae) and is synonymous with the wilderness of the African savannah. The name "mopane" is derived from the word "butterfly", referring to the wing-like shape of its leaves. This tree species is native to southern Africa and grows in hot, dry regions at altitudes of 200 to 1500 metres. The tree, which grows up to 24 metres tall, turns green before the rainy season, when the earth is still brown and dry. The nutritious leaves serve as food for elephants, giraffes, rhinos and mopane caterpillars. The tree's wood is traditionally used for house construction and fences, and smaller branches are chewed for dental care. Mopane is also used in traditional medicine, where it is used to treat eye ailments, stomach cramps and to disinfect wounds.