Apurinã Rapé – Awiry or Green Snuff

Apurinã Green Snuff: A Sacred Amazonian Rapé Tradition

Ancestral knowledge from the Purus River, in the heart of the Brazilian rainforest

What Is Apurinã Green Snuff?

Apurinã Green Snuff, also known as Awiry, is a unique and lesser-known form of rapé (shamanic snuff) traditionally prepared by the Apurinã people of the Brazilian Amazon. Recognized for its distinct bright green color, this rapé stands apart from the more commonly known grey or brown varieties due to its raw, plant-forward preparation and minimal processing.

Unlike standard rapé blends that often feature a strong ash and fermented tobacco base, Apurinã Green Snuff is made primarily from the sun-dried leaves of the Awiry plant, a wild species native to the banks of the Purus River. After harvest during the dry season, the leaves are carefully dried and finely ground, preserving their natural vitality, color, and fragrance.

🌿 Learn more about the different types of rapé and traditional snuffs.

Spiritual and Cultural Significance

For the Apurinã people, Awiry is far more than a plant — it is a living spiritual ally. This sacred snuff is used in healing rituals, dreamwork, and as a ceremonial offering to connect with the forest spirits. The plant is seen as a teacher that supports energetic clarity, spiritual grounding, and communion with the natural world.

Used primarily by Pajés (shamans), Awiry helps to open the senses and clear energetic imbalances, making it a vital tool in maintaining health and harmony within the community. Its preparation and use are deeply tied to the tribe’s ancestral identity, seasonal cycles, and the wisdom of the river and the forest.

Preparation & Composition

The green color of this snuff comes from its high concentration of raw, powdered Awiry leaves, which are ground fresh and not fermented. Unlike most rapé, which can contain up to 50% ash, Apurinã Green Snuff typically contains only about 8% plant-derived ash, which acts as a catalyst without dominating the delicate energy of the leaf.

This light composition results in a gentler but highly focused experience, ideal for daytime use, meditative practices, or subtle ceremonial work.

🔍 Want to dive deeper? Explore our introduction to shamanic snuff traditions.

Traditional Use and Application

Unlike other rapé applications involving a Kuripe (self-applicator) or Tepi (ceremonial blowpipe), the Apurinã traditionally sniff the snuff directly from the hand through a straight bone or bamboo tube. This direct and personal method emphasizes a reverent, conscious interaction with the plant.

The experience is subtle yet profound—users often report enhanced sensory awareness, emotional clarity, and a feeling of deep reconnection with nature.

Ethical Sourcing & Cultural Respect

At Sacred Connction, we work directly with Apurinã partners in Brazil, supporting their sovereignty, cultural preservation, and traditional knowledge systems. Our Apurinã Green Snuff is sourced with full respect for traditional practices, with ethical compensation, transparency, and regulatory compliance through our licensed export channels.

Through this partnership, we support:

• 🌱 Sustainable forest-based livelihoods
• 📚 Cultural and spiritual preservation
• 🛠️ Local capacity-building and food sovereignty projects

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Why Choose Apurinã Green Snuff?

• 🌿 Unique preparation: Pure, plant-forward, raw and vibrant
• 🌾 Minimal ash: Gentle on the system, ideal for subtle work
• 🔥 Energetic clarity: Clears the field without overwhelming intensity
• 🤝 Sourced with integrity: Directly from Apurinã communities

Apurinã Green Snuff is ideal for:

• Daily grounding or meditative rituals
• Daytime ceremonies or nature connection work
• Practitioners seeking a non-intoxicating, plant-based energy cleanser

Closing Words

Apurinã Green Snuff offers a rare opportunity to work with a living, sacred plant in its most natural form. It embodies the deep wisdom of the Apurinã people, the vitality of the Amazon, and the timeless connection between humans and the green world.

Using this sacred medicine is more than a personal experience — it is a gesture of solidarity, respect, and reciprocity with the peoples and spirits of the forest.

🌿 Use with reverence. Source with respect. Share with intention.