Desserts:
Plant Medicine + Psychedelics
The richest of experiences—and typically utilized least often—plant medicine and psychedelics are mostly natural (some synthetic) psychoactive substances taken in either macro or microdoses, if not contraindicated based on history or medications.*
Ayahuasca
Sacred plant brew used in traditional Amazonian ceremonies, containing DMT and MAO inhibitors.*
Bufo
A toad found in certain regions that secretes a potent psychedelic compound called 5-MeO-DMT.*
Cannabis
A psychoactive plant native to Central or South Asia containing Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC).*
DMT
A powerful psychedelic compound naturally occurring in many plants and animals, including production in the human brain.*
Hawaiian Baby Woodrose Seeds
Seeds from the plant contain the psychoactive compound LSA (lysergic acid amide), similar to LSD.*
Iboga
Extracted from the roots of a plant native to Central-West Africa, Iboga contains the psychoactive compound ibogaine.*
Jimsonweed
Found in North and South America, this plant’s leaves and seeds contain potent alkaloids (hyoscamine and hyoscine) that cause hallucinations.*
Ketamine
A low-dose dissociative, hallucinogenic treatment for depression and anxiety; typically administered as a medically supervised infusion.*
LSD
A synthetic psychedelic compound known for its profound effects on perception, cognition, and consciousness.*
MDMA
A synthetic psychoactive known for its empathogenic and entactogenic effects. Includes info on MDMA-assisted psychotherapy.*
Mescaline
A naturally occurring psychedelic in several species of cacti known for its hallucinogenic effects.*
Psilocybin
A natural compound found in certain mushrooms known for its hallucinogenic effects and feelings of expanded consciousness.*
Peyote
A small cactus containing 60 psychedelic alkaloids, including mescaline.*
Salvia
A hallucinogenic herb featuring salvinorin A, which activates specific nerve cell receptors.*
San Pedro
A cactus native to the Andean slopes of Ecuador and Peru, containing mescaline.*
* It's vitally important to note that the use of these substances should only be approached responsibly and with intention. Do your own research and seek guidance from trained professionals, as some plant medicines and psychedelics can have significant effects on individuals' mental and physical well-being. For example, some of these are contraindicated for people taking monoamine oxidase-inhibiting harmala alkaloids (MAOIs) or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs).