- Scientific Name: Cyclolepis genistoides - Botanical Family: Asteraceae - Other Names: Palo azul is also known as kidneywood, palo dulce & palo santo. How to use it: The bark of the tree is decocted in water & taken as a tea. Instruction: Keep in a dark, cool & dry place. Preferably, in a tight lid glass jar. Forest Hills Remedies’ dried herbs are always unprocessed with no additives or preservatives. Packaged in sealed retail foil pouch or reasonable zip lock bags. The sole species, Cyclolepis genistoides, is native to South America, where it occurs in Argentina, Chile, Paraguay, & possibly Bolivia. Palo Azul may assist in eliminating toxins concentrated in kidney & bladder, relieves symptoms caused by urinary tract & kidney infections, & traditionally used as a kidney cleanser. The primary benefits of Palo Azul tea include the following, protecting kidney health, reducing inflammation, digestive upset, & improving mental health. Palo Azul Bark Cut, Kidneywood, Diuretic Herbal Tea, Detox Tea