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BOOKS

SHAMANIC SNUFFS or ENTHEOGENIC ERRHINES
A unique comprehensive review of insufflated plant preparations used as shamanic inebriants. The history, ethnobotany, and chemistry of the 3 major classes of snuffs--Anadenanthera species, Virola species, Nicotiana species--are thoroughly detailed. 57 monographs of lesser known ethnomedicinal snuffs, including many ill-studied African shamanic snuffs, and 16 stimulating and hunting-enhancing snuffs for hounds and horses! The final chapter covers Jonathan's personal bioassays from the 3 major classes of snuffs. 

A gorgeous limited edition of 1026 copies, hand bound in leather, with cloth bound slipcase, signed and numbered; with 1 color and 11 black and white illustrations; 160 pages $120 (1 lb)
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HERBS

CALEA ZACATECHICHI: the Dream Herb 
The Chontal people of Oaxaca know the endemic Calea zacatechichi herb to be useful as a divinatory medicine. They claim that an extremely bitter tea made from the plant induces a state of sleep during which very brief, intense dream sequences reveal the answers village problems and personal difficulties. Strangely, an extract of Calea zacatechichi was studied in a fully controlled clinical setting by authoritative scientists to determine its pharmacological effects. The result of this objective research revealed that the plant indeed produces a state of drowsiness, followed by peculiarly intense but short episodes of cat naps in which a set of dream sequences were invariably reported by the subjects, who stated them to be unusually lucid and profound of meaning. In this careful clinical study, control groups receiving placebos, had no such experiences. We sought this obscure herb for years, finally encountering it in the mountains of southern Mexico, in order to offer to interested researchers. Supplies are scarce, but we currently have a good stock. The bitter tea is made by steeping about 1 tablespoon herb for 10–15 minutes. It is also utilized in smoking blends. For more info on this plant and other dream herbs, see the Book Drugs of the Dreaming.

Wildcrafted Calea herb $14/1 oz or $40/4 oz

CHAGA MUSHROOM Inonotus obliquus   
Dark polypore that grows circumpolar, primarily on birch trees. Highly regarded in Russia and Eastern Europe, traditionallly used as a tonic tea and for digestive problems, tuberculosis, blood purification and various cancers. Externally it was used as a healing and antiinflammatory poultice. Modern research has demonstrated significant antitumor and antiviral properties, blood sugar regulating and immunomodulating actions. It has also been shown to be a very potent antioxidant. Contains a spectrum of beneficial polysaccharides and a high concentration of betulin derived from its host tree. The best preparation is made by simmering 2–3 grams (about 1 tsp) per cup for 10–15 minutes. This produces a dark full bodied tea which some are finding to be and excellent tonifying coffee alternative. We have a limited supply of this fungus freshly wildcrafted in northern Ontario.

Wildcrafted Canadian Chaga Mushroom pieces out of stock

CHAMAIRO Mussatia hyacinthina   
The bark of this rare vine is highly valued in tropical regions of Bolivia and Peru as an admixture to Coca leaf. Chewed on its own, a small pinch of Chamairo has a mild astringent taste, yet when mixed with a traditional Coca quid it blossoms with an exceptional sweet taste, somewhat like powdered sugar! It is thought to enhance the actions of Coca and is reportedly sometimes chewed with alkali (baking soda works), but without the Coca, for its own euphoric effects. It is also a traditional digestive tonic. Chamairo’s capacity for potentiating other bioactive herbs and its promise as a condiment is still unexplored. We have secured a small supply of shredded vine bark, wildcrafted by the Tacana in north west Bolivia and are pleased to offer it here for the first time.

Wildcrafted Bolivian Chamairo vine bark $8/1oz or $25/4 oz

DEVIL’S CLUB Oplopanax horridus  NEW!
Special New offering from BPC founder Rob Montgomery!
Since relocating to Pacific Canada, I’ve become so deeply impressed with this local medicinal plant that I really want you to try it. Let me tell you a bit about Devil’s Club. Oplopanax is a rare genus closely related to true Ginseng and Eleuthero. Devil’s Club (Oplopanax horridus) occurs in Alaska to Washington but mainly here in British Columbia’s coastal rainforest. The only other species, Oplopanax excelsa is endemic to south Siberian Amur Russia, prized as a well-studied adaptogen tonic there. Devil’s Club has active compounds and properties similar to those explored in the Russian species. What I’ve learned from current publications indicates Devil’s Club has an even wider array of highly effective medicinal compounds. Top-calibre journals report new nontoxic sesquiterpenes: strongly antioxidant, antimycobacterial, vs several cancer lines (esp. colorectal and breast) as well as verifying traditional uses with TB, diabetes, influenza, respiratory cough/colds, skin burns and as a general painkiller. The stem wood is said to protect homes and is carried as a charm. I live off-grid in my yurt in good forest, and so far the bears agree with me, it smells entrancing and seems to work! What amazes me most is that all Native cultures across its range regard it as the primary spiritual medicine for undisclosed ceremonial uses. You must hike deep into wet shady old-growth forest to greet this very spiny bush. The root smells of deep forest, but more aromatic. I have carefully peeled and chopped the lower bark with my knife, stems and all. Then it was dried in shade without much heat. This material is what I have prepared and want to share with you.
It’s best to make a hot water tea, simmering a tablespoon, which can be reused several times. A little goes a long way. Pour through a fine strainer to filter the spines. Breathe in the aroma, isn’t it incredible? This smell is unforgettable. Taste is delicious. Spines are formidable. The spirit it has and gives, is strong and good. 

Wildcrafted Devil’s Club bark $22/100 grams (limited quantities available)

PS - I would really like to hear from you any time about this or whatever you are doing or interested in... I have some more new items and plans to exchange! Contact me, Rob Montgomery- BPC.Canada@gmail.com
For more info on Devil’s Club see- http://cms.herbalgram.org/herbalgram/issue62/article2697.html
http://www.healthline.com/natstandardcontent/devils-club

GOLD ROOT Heliopsis longipes   
Slowly chewing a matchstick-sized piece of gold root creates an intense tingling sensation in the lips and mouth, subsiding in a few minutes. These roots are harvested from wild plants in the high forests of tropical southern Mexico. Local herbalists use it for toothache (claimed to halt the pain almost immediately) and it is also used for oral cleansing, to clean and whiten the teeth. Rich in immune-boosting alkamides, some of the active constituents in Echinacea. Studies have shown analgesic, antibacterial, antifungal, aniinflammatory, even insecticidal properties. Experiments with the pleasant but dramatic skin tingling led us to use it erotically, as the sensation can be shared from mouth to other skin areas... (A Swedish magazine, Aftonbladet, with 2 million circulation, surveyed aphrodisiac herbs and gave our gold root first prize in the oral sex test.) Always in high demand, supplies of this hard to find herb are sporadic. We once again have a very limited amount on hand!                                           Packet $5

PALO SANTO ESSENTIAL OIL Bursera graveolens   
Carefully harvested dead wood and the tips of young living branches are steam distilled to produce this one of a kind magical oil. The sweet balmy aroma is strongly grounding and purifying. Applied topically as an antiseptic, insect repellant, expectorant, and for rheumatic pains. Produced from a sustainably managed forest in Ecuador.

1/8 oz bottle $10 or $30/ 1/2 oz bottle (limited)

SILENE ROOTS Silene undulata (=Silene capensis) 
"Xhosa Dream Root"  
In the eastern cape province of South Africa there grows a small plant known locally as a wild tobacco. To the Xhosa it is a highly regarded amayeza (medicinal herb) for cleansing. Most interesting is the use of the root among diviners as a kind of ubulawu; an herb for manifesting vibrant and even prescient dreams that allow ancestral communion. To this extent it is known as undlela ziimhlophe; "white paths". This herb holds great potential for those who have trouble remembering their dreams or want greater clarity in dreams. Only the dreamstate is effected, no significant alteration of waking consciousness is reported. Traditionally the root is pounded and stirred into water until a frothy foam forms, it is this foam that is then consumed. Contemporary use finds mixing 1–2 teaspoons of root with water in the blender is effective to produce the foam. Chewing a small piece of root (as little as 50 mg =1" matchstick size) prior to sleep can also be effective, especially when done consistently for several nights. Xhosa wisdom dictates minimizing protein intake to experience the brightest dreams, abstinence from stimulants and other psychoactives is also advised. Please note that large doses of the root cause nausea and are used traditionally as a safe emetic. Pharmacological knowledge of the plant is lacking, the oneirogenic effects may be due to saponins. We have a limited supply. 

South African Silene roots $12/10 grams or $45/50 grams

VALERIAN ROOT, ANDEAN Valeriana sp.  
The Andes mountains boasts an diversity of unusually potent Valerian species. An effective CNS sedative that induces a pleasant drowsiness, sometimes followed by distinctly vivid dream imagery.  We find this root to have a much greater sedative effect than the standard Valeriana officinalis. Useful for calming anxiety and stress. Used in ethnomedicine for treating fright, coughs, rheumatism,  and large doses as a purgative for purification. Often associated with San Pedro rituals. 2-4+ teaspoons can be brewed as tea. Also extracts very well in alcohol for homemade tinctures. We have secured a limited supply of excellent quality of wildcrafted roots from the high elavetions of northern Peru.. 

Wildcrafted, Peruvian Valerian root $10/100 grams or $28/lb

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