Want to escape reality for a bit? Try these psychedelic herbs!

Failing relationships, financial problems, high work pressure, stress... Life is full of problems, ups and downs, and pitfalls. It’s no wonder, then, that many people occasionally want to escape reality. Some do this by reading a good book or watching a good movie, while others turn to alcohol, cannabis, or perhaps even ecstasy. Using substances to temporarily forget all your problems is more popular than ever, but in recent years we’ve seen a growing trend toward using natural herbs for this purpose as well. And those are exactly the products you’ll find in our herb shop: 100% natural psychedelic herbs. Herbs that not only make you feel good (with a few exceptions...), but can sometimes even give you the trip of a lifetime. Here are five of the most extraordinary ones!

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Anadenanthera peregrina

Don’t worry if you can’t pronounce this name—we’ve got the simpler version for you: yopo. These Anadenanthera peregrina seeds have been used for over 4,000 years by various tribes in South and Central America. Not because they taste so good, but because they’re very psychedelic. These mind-expanding seeds are packed with hallucinogenic compounds like DMT, bufotenin, and 5-MeO-DMT. The Amazonian tribes would crush and grind the seeds, then inhale the powder through the nose. In some cases (and this is actually the better method), the powder is blown into the nose through a special tube by a second person. The result? Intense visions, altered perception, and extraordinary hallucinations. Many users compare the effects to entering a dream world. Sounds good! The effects usually last about 10 minutes.

Phalaris arundinacea

Another one of those difficult names... but once again, don’t panic! Phalaris arundinacea is usually just called “canary grass.” In our online smartshop, we sell the seeds you need to grow your own canary grass plant. Why is this herb so special? Well, just like yopo, canary grass is one of the naturally occurring sources of DMT and 5-MeO-DMT. What’s particularly special about this is that the concentrations of these compounds seem to skyrocket when the plant is stressed and begins to wilt. The DMT and 5-MeO-DMT in canary grass may be responsible for intense visual hallucinations and a euphoric high. This is why canary grass is sometimes used to make an ayahuasca analogue, also known as anahuasca. This psychedelic concoction is a combination of a DMT-containing plant and an MAO inhibitor, designed to make the hallucinogenic effects orally active and to prolong them. Consuming canary grass can be dangerous, however, because it contains the toxic substance gramine.

Ipomoea violacea

If you’re looking for a psychedelic trip, Ipomoea violacea is the way to go! These seeds are better known as Morning Glory. These seeds are packed with Lysergic Acid Amide, also known as LSA. This substance is closely related to LSD and therefore has similar effects—though to a much lesser degree. LSA is a psychedelic substance that affects the brain in many different ways. After consuming the seeds, you’ll notice that your senses change, your consciousness takes on different forms, and euphoria washes over your body. Whatever your experience may be, visual hallucinations are experienced in virtually every instance of Morning Glory use—and that is precisely why so many people enjoy these seeds! Typically, an LSA trip from Morning Glory seeds lasts about six to eight hours, and the first effects are usually noticed after 15 to 120 minutes.

Heimia salicifolia

This is the first on the list whose nickname is also difficult to pronounce: Sinicuichi. It is also known as an auditory hallucinogen, because after consuming it, sounds are perceived differently. For instance, sounds seem to come from far away, but they are also distorted. The herb was used hundreds of years ago by the Aztecs during so-called trance rituals, but Mexican shamans still find value in the product today—they believe it can help them connect with the divine. The shamans believe that Sinicuichi helps them solve problems, and they use it to “relive” events from years ago. If you make a tea from this herb, you can expect various effects. These include euphoria, overall relaxation, auditory hallucinations, and a boost to memory. It’s certainly unique, to say the least!

Artemisia absinthium

Artemisia absinthium, better known as wormwood, is the main ingredient in the legendary absinthe drink. Originally, the drink was not only extremely strong, as it is today, but also hallucinogenic! Vincent van Gogh and Pablo Picasso, among others, were frequent absinthe users, and many believe they owe their incredible painting skills in part to the mind-expanding effects of wormwood. Users report a relaxed feeling and a heightened sense of well-being. The herb is suitable for making tea, but many people choose to make their own absinthe from the leaves. Want to make your own “cup of wormwood”? Steep one teaspoon of the herb in hot water. Please be careful when using this herb: in high concentrations, wormwood is toxic.