Cipo Cabeludo Powder

THE VERDICT
“The ‘Urinary Flush’ Tea. Our analysis confirms this is 100% Wild-Harvested Mikania hirsutissima leaf powder. Unlike the capsules, which are built for daily maintenance, this raw powder is made for the traditional Brazilian infusion. Brewing the leaves releases Kaurenoic Acid and natural Coumarins into a warming diuretic tea traditionally used to support urinary flow and normal prostate function.”

– Back To Your Roots Herbs Research Group

SENSORY ANALYSIS: The Physical Profile

We analyzed the raw powder to manage brewing expectations.
Authentic Cipo Cabeludo has a complex aromatic profile.

• The Aroma: Upon opening, you will detect a distinct Spicy, Woody, and Vanilla-like scent. This “sweet hay” smell comes from the natural Coumarin content.
• The Taste: Aromatic, slightly bitter, and spicy. It leaves a warming sensation in the throat.
• The Texture: Fibrous and fluffy (ground vine/leaf).

How does Cipo Cabeludo Tea support the Prostate?

Tradition pairs the diuretic flush with prostate comfort.

• The Herb: Cipo Cabeludo (Mikania hirsutissima).
• The Compound: Kaurenoic Acid, an ent-kaurane diterpene isolated from the aerial parts of the plant in phytochemical research (Ohkoshi et al., Phytochemistry 2004. PMID 15081289).
• The Tradition: Brazilian herbalists value the vine as a diuretic that supports healthy fluid elimination and normal prostate and urinary function.
• The Flush: By gently increasing urine volume, the tea is traditionally used to support the body’s natural rinsing of the bladder and urethra instead of letting fluid stagnate.

Diuretic & Urinary Tract Support

This is the herb’s primary traditional identity in Brazil.

• The Action: As a tea, Cipo Cabeludo is a strong traditional diuretic, used to increase urine flow and support healthy fluid elimination.
• Traditional Urinary Use: Brazilian folk herbalists have long used Mikania hirsutissima to support urinary-tract comfort during cystitis, urethritis, and nephritis.
• The Logic: Steady flow helps the body rinse the bladder and urethra rather than letting fluid sit and stagnate.
• Hydration Note: The diuretic action is strong. Follow each cup with a full glass of plain water.

Kidney Stones, Uric Acid & Gout (Traditional Use)

A classic “pedra nos rins” tea in Brazilian folk medicine.

• Kidney & Urinary Support: Traditionally taken to support the kidneys and urinary tract and to discourage sediment buildup.
• Uric Acid & Gout: Folk use links the herb’s diuretic action with the elimination of excess uric acid, the background to its traditional reputation for gout comfort.
• Traditional Pairing: In Brazil the tea is often blended with Quebra Pedra (Stonebreaker, Phyllanthus niruri) in kidney-support formulas.

Botanical Identity: Mikania hirsutissima and the Guaco Question

Know exactly which vine you are brewing.

• The Species: Cipo Cabeludo is Mikania hirsutissima DC. (family Asteraceae), historically also catalogued under the synonym Mikania banisteriae.
• Not Guaco: It is a cousin of Guaco (Mikania glomerata) and the weedy Mikania micrantha, but it is a separate species with a urinary, not respiratory, traditional focus.
• Documented Chemistry: Phytochemical studies of Mikania hirsutissima have isolated ent-kaurenoic acid diterpenes and a bisnorditerpene lactone from the aerial parts, with early laboratory work on peripheral blood mononuclear cells (Ohkoshi et al., Phytochemistry 2004, PMID 15081289; also PMID 11086912 and PMID 10553640).

Is Cipo Cabeludo Powder a Hair Product?

No. The name is a physical description, not a use.

• The Confusion: “Cabeludo” means “hairy” in Portuguese, so the powder is sometimes mistaken online for a hair or dry-shampoo product.
• The Reality: The plant is called the “Hairy Vine” because fine hairs cover its stems. This is a urinary and prostate herb brewed as a tea, not a cosmetic powder.

CRITICAL USAGE: The “Flush” Infusion

For acute discomfort, use the tea method.

• The Recipe:
  • 1 Cup Boiling Water
  • 1 Teaspoon Cipo Cabeludo Powder (approx. 2-3g)
• The Method: Pour water over the powder. Cover and steep for 10-15 minutes. Strain if desired (or drink the fiber).
• Dosage: Drink 1-2 Cups daily.
• Hydration: Follow each cup with a glass of plain water to assist the flushing process.

Who should NOT take this powder?

It contains natural blood thinners.

• Blood Thinners: Do NOT use if you are taking Warfarin (Coumadin) or Heparin. The natural Coumarin content can potentiate the medication and increase bleeding risk.
• Pregnancy & Nursing: Traditionally contraindicated. Do not use if pregnant or nursing.
• Electrolytes: Because the diuretic action is strong, avoid chronic unbroken use. Heavy urination over long stretches can lower potassium and other electrolytes.
• Heart Conditions: Consult your physician before use if you have a serious cardiac condition.

CLINICAL SPECS & DOSAGE

Wild-harvested from Brazil.

COMPARISON: Powder vs. Capsules

Acute vs. Maintenance.

Human-Grade Sourcing: Not a Pet Product

Read the label before you buy this herb online.

• The Problem: Many cipo cabeludo powders sold online are packaged as veterinary products for dogs and cats.
• Our Standard: This is single-ingredient, human-grade Mikania hirsutissima leaf powder, packed for people.
• Verification: Heavy-metal tested and bottled in our Virginia Beach, VA facility.

DISCLAIMER

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult your healthcare provider before use, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.

Written and reviewed by the Back To Your Roots Herbs Editorial Team. Last Reviewed: June 2026. Fact Checked.