Safe Legal Herbs
Betel Nut: is one of the most common herbs which act as a stimulant causing euphoric effects. It is used recreationally and its several benefits outweigh the toxic effects of chewing betel nut.
Cabeza de angel: resins of this shrub is collected over a period, dried, and then mixed with ash and then it is snuffed. It has a hypnotic effect and induces sleep. It is also used medicinally for fever, malaria, and dysentery.
Calamus: The roots of this plant are collected, washed, and dried with moderate heat and are chewed or brewed as tea. It is known to produce buoyant feelings and higher doses are a mind altering and hallucinogen.
Calea: Dried leaves of this shrub is crushed and made into alcohol by adding water. It can also be made into a cigarette and smoked. Large amounts induce hallucinations.
California poppy: Leaves and flowers are dried and smoked to give a mild-marijuana-like euphoria. Concentrated extract of this plant is very potent but is not addictive. An important fact is that it is ineffective if smoked again within 24 hours.
Guarana: Molded seeds are ground, made into a paste by mixing it with cassava flour and water and then dried in cylindrical shapes from which 1/2 tsp. is scraped and drunk by dissolving it in 1 cup of hot water with honey. It acts as a stimulant and excessive use of caffeine may induce nervousness and insomnia.
Intoxicating mint: dried leaves are made into tea. It is used as an intoxicant and tranquilizer and is a mild hallucinogen.
