Our Partners
The People Behind Our Products
Behind each of our products are people, stories, and communities who have passed down their knowledge of plants and traditions for generations. Our journey has repeatedly taken us to the Amazon and other regions of South America, to encounters that go far beyond business.
What has emerged from this are not classic supplier relationships, but genuine connections. Friendships, trust, and a shared understanding of how important it is to preserve this knowledge and pass it on respectfully.
We work directly with our partners, visit them on site, and experience where and how our products are created. This creates a path that starts at the origin, carried by people who live with the plants, and ultimately reaches you.
Agustin Allpa Grefa - Kichwa Curandero from Ecuador
Agustin is a Curandero and tribal elder of the Kichwa people from the Ecuadorian Amazon. His work is deeply rooted in plants, the knowledge of his ancestors, and the connection to nature. For many years, he has dedicated himself to the traditional medicine of the forest, guiding people on their path back to a more conscious connection with themselves and their surroundings.
Our connection to Agustin came about through personal encounters in the Amazon. What touched us from the very beginning was his calm, clear demeanor and his deep understanding of the plants he works with. For him, Wayusa is not simply a tea, but an integral part of the culture and daily life of his community.
The Wayusa we source through Agustin comes from wild harvesting. It is harvested by indigenous families in the region who gain an important source of income through this work. This creates a connection that goes beyond the product – between people, culture, and nature.
Bunke Inani Huni Kuin - Guardian of Plant Medicine from Brazil
Bunke belongs to the Huni Kuin people in the Brazilian Amazon. She is a mother of five children and a central figure within her community. Her knowledge of plants, prayers, and traditional rituals has been passed down over many years, and she has deepened and lived it herself.
In her role as president of the first indigenous women's association in Jordão, she represents the strength and significance of women within her people. Her work combines healing knowledge, community, and spiritual practice in a way that is deeply rooted in the Huni Kuin tradition.
The Cumaru Rapé we source through Bunke arises from precisely this knowledge. It is an expression of a living tradition that is passed down to this day – carried by experience, intuition, and a deep connection to nature.
Rita Huni Kuin – Artist and Activist from Brazil
Rita also belongs to the Huni Kuin people and brings a special combination of tradition and modern expressive power. As an artist and activist, she uses her voice to make her people's culture visible and to build bridges between different worlds.
Her work is characterized by creativity, clarity, and a deep understanding of the importance of tradition in today's world. She combines ancient knowledge with new forms of expression, creating spaces where this culture can continue to thrive.
The Zunu Rapé that we source through Rita arises from this connection. It bears the hallmark of a generation that knows its roots and yet forges new paths.
Gesileu Phaspy Ninawa – Shaman from Brazil
Gesileu Phaspy Ninawa is a Pajé from the Brazilian Amazon and a recognized guardian of traditional medicine. He lives in the Rio Branco region and dedicates his life to working with plants and the rituals of his people.
His knowledge is based on many years of practice, learning, and the transmission of traditional teachings. As a Pajé, he bears the responsibility of preserving this knowledge and keeping it alive in his community.
The Cumaru Rapé and Tradicional Rapé that we obtain from him and his family stem from this deep connection to plant medicine. They are an expression of a tradition that is still lived today.
Pekã Rasu Yawanawá – Medicine teacher from Brazil
Pekã Rasu belongs to the Yawanawa people in the Brazilian Amazon. As a teacher of traditional plant medicine, he has dedicated many years of his life to studying, practicing, and passing on this knowledge.
His work is based on discipline, experience, and a deep connection to the plants of the forest. Through rituals, prayers, and chants, this knowledge is not only preserved but actively passed on.
The Tsunu Rapé we source from him originates from this practice. It is prepared with great care and blessed with traditional prayers.
Haydee Huarhua Huallpa – Handicrafts from the Sacred Valley in Peru
Haydee Huarhua Huallpa lives in the Sacred Valley near Cusco in Peru. In this region, which has held special cultural significance for centuries, she dedicates herself to crafting traditional kuripes.
Each kuripe is carefully handmade. She combines traditional techniques with her own experience and feel for the material. This results in unique pieces that are far more than just tools.
Our collaboration with Haydee is based on appreciation for her craftsmanship and the tradition she carries on.
Sebastián Celis – Raíz Selva from Mexico
Sebastián Celis is the founder of Raíz Selva in Mexico. His work combines traditional manufacturing processes with close collaboration with local farmers from the Sierra Gorda region.
Together with them, he ensures that plants are harvested and processed under respectful conditions. Sustainability, quality, and supporting the local community are central to this.
The Chilcuague products we source through him are the result of this collaboration. They combine traditional knowledge with a modern approach to further processing.
Filippo Tocchio – Friend & Companion
Filippo Tocchio is a Pajé for Kambo and Rapé and has been involved with traditional Amazonian medicine for many years. Through his experiences and deep connection to the local people, he has developed a far-reaching understanding of the culture and knowledge of indigenous communities.
For YOMERA, Filippo is much more than a partner. As a friend and companion, he plays an important role in creating connections and facilitating exchange with various communities.
His work stands for trust, respect, and genuine encounters – values that also shape our collaboration.
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