Hawaiian Baby Woodrose Seeds

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Hawaiian Baby Woodrose Seeds Hawaiian Baby Woodrose, or Argyreia nervosa, is a rare example of an herb the hallucinogenic properties of which have only recently been discovered. While its cousins in the Convolvulaceae family, such as the Rivea corymbosa (Ololiuhqui) and Ipomoea violacea (Tlitliltzin) were used in shamanic rituals of Latin America for centuries due to their LSA content, the Hawaiian baby woodrose was not traditionally recognised as a hallucinogen. Its properties were first brought to attention in the 1960s, despite the fact that the chemical composition of its seeds is near identical to those of the two species mentioned above, and contains the largest concentration of psychoactive compounds in the entire family.

Traditional use of the non-psychoactive leaves and roots in India were for antiseptic and anti-inflammatory purposes.

The psychedelic properties of the seeds became known mainly through their use in Hawaii, Haiti and Puerto Rico, where impoverished members of the population would consume the seeds, seeking a "cheap buzz" as an alternative to alcohol. A sample made its way to Albert Hofmann, the discoverer of LSD, who confirmed the effects and analysed its chemical composition.

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Use of Hawaiian Baby Woodrose Seeds

The effects of oral ingestion of the seeds are comparable to LSD, although significantly less potent. The experience is usually reported psychedelic usually depending on the dose and the cultural background of the user. Visual, with some open-eye disturbances and closed-eye patterns. The most notable induced changes are cognitive, with changes in auditory perception also often reported.Time and space perception is seriously altered causing the typical tripping feeling of "5 minutes seemed like an hour and an hour seemed like 5 minutes". During the experience it is known for a user to feel tired. Short-term memory is diminished, leading to "Mind Clarity". A low dose of the seeds produces a light ecstasy and a mood lift.

The common dose is about 7 or 8 seeds, which are ground or chewed and eaten, however effects can be noticed off as little as four seeds. There are reports of strong hallucinogenic side effects ranging from 25 to 36 seeds. This also depends on the age of the seeds, as some of the psychoactive compounds found in Hawaiian Baby Woodrose seeds can break down in as little to 6 to 9 months. The experience duration can range from 4 to 12 hours with mild effects occasionally lasting about a day and is usually accompanied with gastric discomfort, including severe nausea and flatulence. Other after effects of these seeds include sensitivity to light, impaired motor skills(due to the sedative effects). The removal of the outer coating of the seeds is often recommended to reduce such effects, although vomiting is said not to affect the experience quantitatively. A simple water extraction of the seeds has also been reported to be effective. A Lemon Juice , or ethanol extraction has been reported as effective as well.

Cultivation

Firstly, a small cut should be made away from the germ eye. After this is complete it is recommended to soak the seeds in water for approximatley 24 hours, or at least overnight. If nicked properly the seeds will swell.

Place approximatley 1 to 2 inches (2 to 4 cm) in rich potting soil with a good drainage system. It is very important during the first stages of growth to keep the soil moist- NOT completley wet. This will cause root rot and possibly mold. It is important to keep the maximum sunlight possible during the initial stages. When the leaves have recieved too much light they will start gaining the appearance of wilting,this also seen with lack of watering.

Within the first 1 to 2 years of growth, this plant grows very bushy. After that, some of the leaves will fall off and it will grow into vines. The vines have been known to grow up to 31 feet ( 10 meters) in length. If constant watering is not maintained, these vines will die out before reaching that point and new ones will have to start. The vine will dry out to the closest node during this point.

A 5 gallon bucket is suitable for starting 2 healthy plants. The massive root system of this plant can cause the plant to become root bound within the first year or so. For example, a 5 year old plant in a 15 gallon pot (after only 6 months) will begin to show signs of becoming root bound. It is suggested to use a 55 gallon drum or a feeding trough (commonly used for horses and livestock).

The plant can start growing flowers as early as second year of its life cycle. For this to occur, there should be adequate room for the roots to grow and sufficent watering. It can take up to 5 years before seeing the first signs of flowering.

The seeds will be found in the pods of the dried flowers. These cannot be harvested until completly dried.

Chemistry

The seeds of the plant contain numerous lysergic acid amides, including ergine, ergonovine and isoergine, a chemical group from which derives the well known psychedelic, LSD. Psychedelic effects experienced after consumption of the seeds are usually attributed to ergine (also known as d-Lysergic acid amide, or Lyserg Sauer Amide), although the validity of this claim is disputed. For more information, refer to ergine.

While ergine is listed as a DEA Schedule III substance in the United States, Hawaiian baby woodrose is not controlled. Thus, while possession of any part of the plant is legal, an ergine extraction is prosecutable by US law, however no such prosecutions have occurred. The plant is not monitored as a major controlled substance precursor, since a synthesis of LSD from ergine, while possible, is impractical.