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 real connections. Friendships, trust, and a shared understanding of how important it is to preserve and respectfully pass on this knowledge.
We work directly with our partners, visiting them on-site and experiencing where and how our products are created. This creates a path that starts from the source, carried by people who live with the plants and ultimately reaches you.
Agustin Allpa Grefa - Kichwa Healer from Ecuador
Agustin is a Curandero and tribal leader of the Kichwa from the Ecuadorian Amazon. His work is deeply rooted in plants, the knowledge of his ancestors, and a connection to nature. For many years, he has dedicated himself to the traditional medicine of the forest, guiding people on their journey back to a more conscious connection with themselves and their surroundings.
Our connection to Agustin arose from personal encounters in the Amazon. What touched us from the very beginning is his calm, clear manner and his deep understanding of the plants he works with. For him, Wayusa is not just 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 collected by indigenous families in the region, who have 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 the 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 has been deepened and lived by her.
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 tradition of the Huni Kuin.
The Cumaru Rapé that we obtain through Bunke arises from this very knowledge. It is an expression of a vibrant tradition that continues to be passed down to this day – carried by experience, intuition, and a deep connection to nature.
Rita Huni Kuin – Artist and Activist from Brazil
Rita is also part of the Huni Kuin people and brings a special connection of tradition and modern expressiveness. 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 significance of tradition in today's time. 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 emerges from this connection. It bears the mark of a generation that knows its roots while also forging 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 passing on traditional teachings. As a Pajé, he carries the responsibility of preserving this knowledge and keeping it alive in his community.
The Cumaru Rapé and the Tradicional Rapé that we obtain from him and his family arise from this deep connection to plant medicine. They are an expression of a tradition that is still lived today.
Pekã Rasu Yawanawá – Medical 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 the study, practice, and transmission of this knowledge.
His work is based on discipline, experience, and a deep connection to the plants of the forest. Through rituals, prayers, and songs, this knowledge is not only preserved but actively passed on.
The Tsunu Rapé that we obtain from him is born from this practice. It is made 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 is dedicated to the creation of traditional Kuripen.
Each Kuripe is crafted with meticulous handwork. She combines traditional techniques with her own experience and her sensitivity to the material. This results in unique pieces that are much more than just tools.
Our collaboration with Haydee is based on appreciation for her craftsmanship and the tradition she continues.
Sebastián Celis – Root Jungle 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 the plants are harvested and processed under respectful conditions. Sustainability, quality, and support for the local community are at the forefront.
The Chilcuague products that we source through him are the result of this collaboration. They blend traditional knowledge with a modern approach to processing.
Filippo Tocchio – Friend & Companion
Filippo Tocchio is a Pajé for Kambô and Rapé and has been connected to the traditional medicine of the Amazon for many years. Through his experiences and deep connection to the local people, he has developed a comprehensive understanding of the culture and knowledge of the 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 exchanges with various communities.
His work represents trust, respect, and genuine encounters – values that also shape our collaboration.
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