OKAPI Lapacho Bark

Supports the natural intestinal environment

For horses with a sensitive digestive system
May support natural digestive function
Supports a balanced gut flora
For periods of special stress (e.g., after haylage feeding)
Supports during feed changes

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£45.80 / 1 kg

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Product Description

The Inca people used the inner bark of the Lapacho tree as an all-round remedy in their traditional medicine, and it is still widely used by the inhabitants of South America today. In relation to its popularity in its native region, Lapacho bark remains relatively unknown in Europe. The Lapacho tree grows in the rainforests of South America, where its bark is harvested, with the inner bark being used. As the bark grows back relatively quickly, the tree is not permanently harmed by careful harvesting.

Various compounds have been scientifically identified in Lapacho bark, including naphthoquinones (lapachol, ß-lapachone), flavonoids, anthraquinones, and benzoid derivatives. The administration of powdered Lapacho bark can help support the horse in balancing its natural microbiome (“gut flora”) in the colon after stressful periods, such as feeding haylage, brewer’s yeast, or other potentially problematic feed. It is therefore commonly given as part of colon restoration measures and during feed transitions.

OKAPI Lapacho Bark is suitable for adult horses of all ages and breeds.

OKAPI Lapacho Bark can be easily combined with other products. We recommend combining it with OKAPI Bitter Herbs or OKAPI Intestinal Support Herbs.

Feeding recommendations

We recommend administering OKAPI Lapacho Bark in cycles, for example, as part of gut-restoring measures, combined with Bitter Herbs for 6 weeks. After this period, it is important to observe how the horse’s gut environment develops. If the horse’s digestion does not stabilise sufficiently, we suggest consulting a qualified therapist who can accurately determine the underlying causes of the digestive disturbances and advise on the best course of action. To help you find professional support, our partner Sanoanimal works with a network of qualified therapists. You can find a list of therapists sorted by region right here.

OKAPI Lapacho Bark can be given dry over the feed, brewed as tea, or mixed into wet feed. It is ground and does not need to be boiled, as the powdered bark is easily digestible by horses.

How do I calculate the correct dosage for my horse?

To calculate the appropriate amount of OKAPI Lapacho bark for your horse, follow these steps:

1. Determine your horse’s weight:
Your horse’s weight can be determined using scales, a weight tape or an app such as the BCI App from our partner Sanoanimal, available for free on Google Play and Apple Store.

2. Use the feeding recommendation as your starting point:
The general recommendation for OKAPI Lapacho bark is based on a 600 kg horse. Horses can receive 1 - 2 measuring scoops (1 scoop = 12g) per day. Ponies should receive about half this amount, depending on their size.

3. Adjust the amount to your horse’s weight:
For example, for a horse weighing 300 kg:
24 g ÷ 600 kg × 300 kg = 12 g per day

This calculation can be used to determine the appropriate amount for horses of different weights.

- 500g sufficient for approximately 3–7 weeks
- 1,000g sufficient for multiple horses

Composition

Composition: Lapacho bark (Handroanthus), ground

Analytical components and contents: Crude fibre: 54,80%

Feed Material for horses

OKAPI Lapacho Bark ground, does not need to be boiled, as the bark can be easily digested by horses in its powdered state. It can be given dry over the feed, infused as tea or stirred into wet feed. We recommend combining it with OKAPI Bitter Herbs or OKAPI Intestinal Support Herbs.