iboga.nz
Context. Care. Informed choices.

Understanding starts at the roots.

Explore iboga, the plant behind ibogaine. Understand its context, recognise the risks, and find resources for a more informed treatment conversation.

Understand iboga Read the safety essentials

Education, not medical advice. No self-treatment guidance.

Sunlight filtering through a dense green forest
01 / The bigger picture

A plant. A complex history.
A conversation worth having.

Botanical knowledge and cultural context belong alongside—not instead of—medical safety.

Three resources.
A clearer place to start.

iboga.nzPlant & context · You are here
ibogaine.nz ↗Explore ibogaine ibogaine.org.nz ↗Treatment Companion App

A little clarity.
A better starting point.

Iboga and ibogaine are connected, but they are not interchangeable. Start with the distinction, then put safety at the centre.

01 / KNOW THE DIFFERENCE

From plant to alkaloid.

Iboga (Tabernanthe iboga) is a shrub native to Central Africa, with deep significance in some Bwiti traditions. Ibogaine is one of its naturally occurring alkaloids, studied for its potential role in treating substance use disorders.

Iboga
The plant, its cultural context, and a mixture of compounds.
Ibogaine
A specific compound with significant medical risks.
Explore the background

Safety is not a footnote.

Iboga and ibogaine can cause life-threatening heart rhythm problems. Medical screening, medication review, and qualified supervision are essential—not a guarantee of safety.

Understand the risks

Prepare questions, not assumptions.

Know what to ask about clinical oversight, emergency care, informed consent, and support after treatment before making a decision.

Start preparing
Your next resource

Meet the Treatment
Companion App.

Continue beyond the background reading. Visit ibogaine.org.nz to explore the Treatment Companion App and see whether it fits your support needs.

Explore the Companion App

A companion.
Not a substitute for care.

Digital resources should sit alongside qualified medical advice, not replace assessment, monitoring, or emergency support.

TREATMENT COMPANION / ibogaine.org.nz