Throughout history kava has been used for its relaxing effects. Its use dates back many thousands of years in the south Pacific. Knowledge of traditional kava distibution began in the late 18th century with the documentation of Pacific Island cultures. The first real documentation of kava in history came from Captain James Cooke in his travels. Botanical kava history is somewhat of a mystery. No pun intended.Theories have been dicussed for many years concerning the exact botanical origin of the kava plant. Botanical evidence suggests that Melanesia is its origin. This speculation comes from the Piper species being most heavily concentrated in Melanesia. Large numbers of varieties of Piper methysticum are found in northern Vanuatu thus this area has been proposed to be the most logical point of origin of kava.

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