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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 $100 (1 lb)
on backorder 3-8 weeks

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
May/ June Special! $12/1 oz or $35/4 oz

CHAMAIRO Mussatia hyacinthina   NEW!!
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

ELDERBERRIES, PERUVIAN Sambucus peruviana "Saucoberries"
One of the ancient foods and medicines of Andean culture. Saucoberries have the same properties as European elder and are a potent source of antioxidant flavonoids. Our saucoberries are selectively wildcrafted, carefully dried, then soaked in the juice of fresh pressed berries and redried to create this incredible offering. Much tastier than regular elderberries, these berries can be eaten out of hand for a delicious healthful treat or made into any of the preparations that elder is famous for. This is a seasonal product and only a limited amount is harvested and made available each year.

Sorry, discontinued!

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. 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 limited amount on hand.             Package (8-10 matchstick size roots) $5 

LONGAN BERRY Dimocarpus longan (=Euphoria longan) Long Yan Rou   BACK IN STOCK!
Also known as Dragon’s eye, Longan is the fruit of a large tree closely related to the Lychee. This exotic fruit is a favorite among connoisseurs and a traditional Chinese blood tonic. Rich in vitamins A & C, fiber, protein, potassium and up to 15 times the amount of iron found in spinach. Regular consumption of Longan is said to invigorate the heart and spleen, nourish the blood, and increase physical stamina. It is also valued for calming the mind and used to treat insomnia, amnesia and dizziness. Longan is often combined with Reishi and Poria mushrooms for "tranquility of spirit". Longan also has an ancient history as a sexual tonic. Western science has found Longan to have antifungal and antimicrobial properties. It is traditionally steeped as a tea or eaten straight. The soft orange flesh of the dried fruit has a wonderful, slightly aromatic sweet taste. It can be rehydrated by soaking in water for 1 hour and makes an excellent addition to fruit salads, smoothies and sweet & sour dishes. 10-15 grams (about 10-15 berries) is the recommended daily dose. Our Longan berries are top grade and have the pits removed.

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