1. What Is Propolis?
To protect their hives—warm, dark, and crowded spaces—from bacteria, viruses, and external contaminants, bees gather a sticky resin from specific trees with natural antibacterial properties. They mix it with their own enzymes to create a powerful sealant that coats the entire hive, creating a sterile, nearly vacuum-like environment. This incredible natural substance is known as propolis.
2. Why Choose Apiário Silvestre Green Propolis – 5 Distinct Advantages
Established Expertise
Founded in 1982, Apiário Silvestre is one of Brazil’s earliest pioneers in green propolis research and industrial production. In partnership with Brazil’s National Propolis Laboratory, it was the first to develop an alcohol-free, beeswax-free supercritical CO₂ extraction method—setting the trend for clean, potent green propolis.
Superior Bee Species
Apiário Silvestre sources its propolis exclusively from Africanized bees, known for their exceptionally strong antimicrobial properties. Thriving in the bacteria-rich tropical rainforests of Brazil, they are the only bee species globally not prone to infections. Their powerful back legs can carry 30mg of propolis up to 60 km—a feat unmatched by ordinary bees. A single Africanized queen bee can be worth up to $400 on the global market.
Top-Grade Raw Materials
According to Brazil’s Ministry of Agriculture, propolis is graded into 12 levels. Apiário Silvestre uses only top-tier Grade A green propolis from the unpolluted Minas Gerais forests—widely regarded as organic, highly pure, and rich in active compounds.
Advanced Production & Monitoring
Using state-of-the-art supercritical extraction technology (free of alcohol and wax), Apiário Silvestre requires nearly a year of processing and refinement. The entire production follows strict international GMP pharmaceutical standards, ensuring premium quality.
Global Certification
Apiário Silvestre green propolis is certified and registered by major regulatory bodies including the Brazilian Federal Government, Ministry of Agriculture, SGS, and international GMP systems. It is currently the only Brazilian green propolis manufacturer awarded the globally stringent HACCP food safety certification.
100% Authentic Brazilian Propolis – Alcohol-Free, Wax-Free, and the Highest Concentration on the Market!