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Peganum Harmala - Syrian Rue Seeds

Syrian Rue Seeds are perhaps the most concentrated source of Harmala alkaloids which can be found also from many other plants. The seeds are mildly hallucinogenic and have hold a sacred satus in the Middle East and Parts of Asia for hundreds of years.

The seeds of Peganum Harmala contain harmine and harmaline which is why they are generally not sold for human consumption. When they are used to brew Ayahuasca they are usually combined with Mimosa hostilis.

In some countries these substances are classifieds as illegal drugs and possessing or using them may be against the law. Syrian Rue Seeds can be however bought from online stores that are specialized in herbs.

posted by admin at 4:58 pm  

Hyoscyamus niger - Henbane

Hyoscyamus niger is plant originating from Eurasia. It is known for its psychoactive properties and has been used together with other similar herbs.

It contains tropane alkaloids primarily atropine, hyoscyamine and scopolamine which are responsible of its hallucinogenic effects.

Henbane is also commonly associated with witchcraft. The witches used it to communicate with the supernatural and transport themselves long distances. Henbane seeds can be bought from online stores specialized in selling herbs.

posted by admin at 8:41 pm  

Sinicuichi - Heimia salicifolia

Heimia salicifolia is a shrub from the Lythroceae family and it is also known by the names Sun Opener and Sinicuichi. It grows native from Mexico all the way to Argentina.

Sinicuichi has a long history of traditional use starting from the Aztecs. To be more precise Sinicuichi is the name of the tea made of Heimia salicifolia. To make the tea the leaves were crushed and left to ferment in water for a few days.

The effect of Heimia salicifolia tea are hallucinogenic and euphoric. It is also told to brightens ones vision and help to recall past events with clarity. This why it is also called Sun Opener.

posted by admin at 8:08 pm  

Yopo Seeds - Anadenanthera peregrina

Anadenanthera peregrina is a tree that is also known by the names Yopo, Cohoba, Mopo, Nopo, Calcium Tree and Parica. Snuff made from Anadenanthera peregrina is called Yopo and it is used in healing ceremonies and rituals throughout the South America.

The flowers of Anadenanthera peregrina are spherical and white yellowish. The seeds and seed pods contain poisonous tryptamine derivatives which are the active ingredient causing spiritual hallucinations.

With high doses such as over three seeds it is common for Yopo to cause dizziness, vomiting and headache. The effect is usually a dream-like psychodelic high which lasts about half an hour.

posted by admin at 3:24 pm  

Artemisia Absinthium - Wormwood

Artemisia Absinthium is a herb that grows native in northern Africa. It also known by the names Wormwood and Absinthe. The history of medical use of Wormwood reaches back to Egyptians who used it to cure the body from worms.

Wormwood herb

Wormwood was used by American Indian tribes in their religious ceremonies because of its psychoactive properties. Due to these properties it is also used as the main ingredient in absinthe beverage.

Absinthe is a highly alcoholic drink that in addition to Artemisia Absinthium has also many other herbs on it. Absinthe is surrounded by much mystique and ceremony. Due to those reasons it was banned from many countries since 20th century.

posted by admin at 8:37 am  

Chaliponga - Diplopterys cabrerana

Diplopterys cabrerana, also known by the names Chagropanga and Chaliponga is a tropical vine often used in Ayahuasca brew with Banisteriopsis Caapi. Chaliponga can contain a great amount of alkaloids and has hallucinogenic properties.

The effects of Chaliponga - even when they are quite weak - can resemble a low dose of psilocybin mushrooms or LSD. The power of Chaliponga should not be underestimated and first time users should try a low dose at first.

Diplopterys cabrerana is not regulated in the most parts of the world. It can be purchased from specialized interned stores. The power of Chaliponga should not be underestimated and first time users should try a low dose at first.

posted by admin at 7:03 pm  

Mucuna pruriens - Velvet Bean

Mucuna pruriens, also known as Cowage, Cowitch, Velvet Bean, and Pica, is a climbing shrub that can grow up to thirty feet in height. It has been used in traditional medicine for treatment of many diseases, and even for snake bites.

The seeds of Velvet Bean contain high amounts of levo-dopa, which is a closely related to neurotransmitter dopamine. Mucuna pruriens also contains serotonin, 5-HTP, nicotine, and DMT among other substances.

Due to large amount of substances in Mucuna pruriens, it may have psychedelic effects. It has also been used when making ayahuasca.

The plant creates leaves that are about four to ten inches long and composed of three leaflets. The pods of Velvet Bean contain three to six black seeds. The pods have hairs that can cause irritation on skin.

posted by admin at 5:53 pm  

Morning Glory Seeds - Ipomoea

Morning Glories are an annual vine with ovate, deeply cordate leaves 3-4 inches long and 3/4-3 inches wide.

The trumpet-shaped Morning Glory flowers vary from white to red, purple, blue, or violet-blue. The ovoid fruit is about 1/2 inch in length and bears elongate, angular black seeds.

The seeds of several varieties of Morning Glory (Ipomoea violacea) contain a naturally occurring indole called Lysergic Acid Amide (LSA). Due to their psychoactive properties the seeds were used ritually by Aztecs.

posted by admin at 12:32 pm  
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