Kawakawa was given by Io to heal Papatūānuku and her mamae from the separation of Ranginui. Io cloaked Papatūānuku in a blanket of kawakawa to heal her heartspace. It is said this is why the leaves of the Kawakawa are heart shaped.

Her stimulating and rejuvenating properties treat a multitude of conditions including High blood pressure, circulation, and cleansing and purifying of the blood; Internal and external skin conditions - bruises, eczema, dry irritated skin, cuts, boils, abscesses, wounds and insect bites; Digestive problems such as indigestion, heartburn, cramps and bloating; Pain and discomfort in the joints, muscles or fibrous tissue; Chilblains, coughs and colds, bronchitis, worm infestations, general fatigue and lack of energy.

Kawakawa is a powerful, reliable and effective rongoā that supports the whole body - sometimes Kawakawa is all you need.