Sopropo wiri

Sopropo wiri

Traditional bitter herb & vegetable from Suriname
Available as dried leaves

Sopropo wiri, also known as bitter melon herb, is a unique herb and fruit. The fruit has a strong presence in Suriname and many other cultures, both in the kitchen and within herbal traditions. Its distinct bitter taste makes Sopropo unique. Bitterness is one of the five basic taste sensations and is traditionally valued within a balanced lifestyle.

Within Surinamese households, Sopropo wiri has been used for generations, both as a food product and within herbal traditions. The leaves and the fruit are each used in their own way.

Traditional use of Sopropo

Kitchen & daily use
Sopropo is traditionally eaten as a vegetable or used as a flavorful addition in meals

The bitter taste is appreciated and often combined with other ingredients

Both the fruit and the leaves are used

Herbal use
Within herbal traditions, Sopropo wiri is also used as tea or infusion for supporting the overall body

Its use fits within routines where bitter flavors are consciously applied

It is seen as a herb with a strong but natural character

External use
Infusions are also traditionally used externally, for example as a rinse within personal care rituals, or in herbal baths to soothe skin discomfort

How to use Sopropo wiri

Tea / infusion

2 tablespoons of dried leaves per cup of boiling water
Let steep for 5–10 minutes

Maximum of 1–2 cups per day

External use

Cooled tea can be used as a rinse during care moments

Use in moderation and listen to your body

Product information

Content: dried leaves (content may vary from image)
Country of origin: Suriname
Packaging: kraft pouch

For adults only as tea

Not suitable for children as tea (possible for bath use)

Consult a doctor, therapist, or qualified professional during pregnancy, breastfeeding, medication use, or illness

⚠️ Important: no medical claims

This information is based on traditional knowledge, nutritional use, and cultural applications. This product is not a medicine and does not replace medical advice. Use consciously and always listen to your body.