Sceletium, our hero ingredient, also known as Kanna and Kougoed, is a succulent plant native to South Africa. It has a long and rich history among the indigenous San people, who have used it for centuries for its medicinal properties. Since then, Sceletium has been well studied for its anxiety-reducing and calming effects. The plant’s key active component, the mesembrine alkaloid, acts similarly to selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), enhancing serotonin function in the brain to promote emotional balance and relieve stress.

Sceletium’s story is one of ancient wisdom meeting modern science. In the spirit of recognizing and preserving indigenous knowledge, we have allocated the South African San Council, who represent the San and Nama people, an equity stake in the business—a first of its kind.