I'o 'ava

I'o 'ava. Kava root. 'Ava (kava) is the general name for the entire plant, its powdered form, as well as the beverage. I'o 'ava refers to the 'ava root in its entirety before it has been separated into smaller pieces or ground into powder form. 'Ava is usually used in its powdered form mixed with water as a beverage. This is served during 'ava ceremonies or other important chiefly events.

Other Name

Kava root (English)

Place

Samoa/Pacific

Accession Number

1930.474

Accession Date

1930

Other Id

13887 (ethnology)

Department

Pacific