Contains up to 10% native stingless bee honey to create a thick paste consistency
Suitable for promoting eductions or the manufacturing of goods containing propolis.
Australian native stingless bees produce propolis by collecting resins from plants and mixing it with wax produced in special glands. From a fully functioning hive of 10 000 native bees it is only possible to harvest a small amount (less than 100g) per year.
Researchers have detected over 300 compounds in propolis. It is proven to have a high bioactivity level with antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and antitumour effects. Studies have also shown that the propolis produced by stingless bees has a higher antimicrobial activity compared to that of European honey bee propolis.
Our propolis is harvested and packed on site directly from healthy hives of Australian stingless bees (Tetragonula Carbonaria and Hockingsi). It contains no additives or fillers and has not been exposed to high temperatures. We guarantee it is amongst the purest and strongest available on the market.
Tetra native bee Propolis has been filtered to remove unwanted debris, ensuring you receive value for your money. It contains both wax and resins (not just native bee wax which is not true propolis). This is everything native stingless bees need to begin constructing a new hive.
Our customers have reported they use raw propolis in the following ways
Lining native bee hives to promote eductions
A resource to provide stingless bee hives with in difficult times such as poor weather conditions
Production of cold sore and ulcer remedies
Production of skin burns and abscess remedies
Sore throat remedies (lozenges and sprays)
Production of soaps and balms
Production of candles
Production of toothpaste
Various medical purposes
Native Bee Hive Eduction Tips
Work with wet hands to ensure the propolis sticks to the inside of your hive and not your hands.
Warm the propolis with a hair dryer, bbq lighter or simply place it in the sun to help it spread.
Work it around the empty hive, but don't be too fussy, native bees a very resourceful and will quickly reprocess and reconstruct the propolis to suit their needs.
Place a small ring of propolis around both sides of the entrance to deter unwanted pests and encourage the bees to use their new entry.
Warning: Products containing propolis and pollen may cause sever allergic reaction
Please note: Due to customs regulations we are unable to ship this product to Western Australia
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