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Kava: an overview.

Y N Singh1

  • 1School of Pure and Applied Sciences, University of the South Pacific, Suva, Fiji.

Journal of Ethnopharmacology
|August 1, 1992
PubMed
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This review provides a comprehensive, multidisciplinary overview of kava (Piper methysticum), a significant Oceanic plant and beverage. It synthesizes existing literature and personal experience to offer an updated perspective on kava

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Area of Science:

  • Ethnobotany
  • Pharmacology
  • Cultural Anthropology

Background:

  • Kava (Piper methysticum) is an Oceanic plant with a long history of ceremonial and social use.
  • Despite extensive literature, a comprehensive, multidisciplinary review of kava was lacking.
  • Previous reviews focused primarily on chemical and pharmacological aspects.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an updated and comprehensive multidisciplinary overview of kava (Piper methysticum).
  • To synthesize existing literature and personal experience for a holistic understanding of kava.
  • To address the need for a broader review beyond chemical and pharmacological studies.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review, including Singh's (1986) bibliography and recent publications.

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  • Synthesis of information from personal experience of the author, a native of Fiji.
  • Multidisciplinary approach integrating ethnobotany, pharmacology, and cultural aspects.

    • Main Results:

    • Kava remains central to island life, though influenced by external factors.
    • This review consolidates diverse information on kava, addressing gaps in previous literature.
    • The ceremonial preparation and consumption are highlighted as key cultural features.

    Conclusions:

    • A comprehensive, multidisciplinary review of kava (Piper methysticum) is essential for understanding its significance.
    • This work provides an updated overview, integrating various aspects of kava.
    • Kava's cultural importance and the need for continued research are emphasized.