The peyote plant (also known as Lophophora williamsii) is a hallucinogen. It’s a small spineless cactus that contains alkaloids such as mescaline — a compound known for its psychedelic effects.
Peyote is marketed illegally under various street names included here:
STREET TERM |
DEFINITION |
Bad Seed |
Marijuana combined with peyote; heroin |
Britton |
Peyote |
Half Moon |
Peyote |
Hikori |
Peyote |
Hikuli |
Peyote |
Hyatari |
Peyote |
Nubs |
Peyote |
P |
Peyote; PCP |
Seni |
Peyote |
Tops |
Peyote |
Payote | Peyote |
What is Peyote?
For thousands of years, natives within the southwestern region of the country and the northern area of Mexico have used peyote as part of their religious sacrament. The only native peyote location in the U.S. is in the state of Texas.
But is peyote legal? The answer is yes and no. If you’re a tribe member using peyote in a religious context, then you are protected. Using peyote recreationally, although popular, is banned in all 50 U.S. states and is punishable by strict controlled substance laws.
Peyote Side Effects
After consuming peyote, you may feel sick to your stomach. Your body temperature, heart rate and blood pressure may increase, while your appetite decreases. It can also cause sleeplessness, weakness, numbness, or tremors. As with all other types of hallucinogens, anxiety levels can be elevated for some users, usually causing what is referred to as a “bad trip.” Below are a few other side effects of peyote. Nausea and vomiting Anxiety and feelings of terror Elevated blood pressure, heart rate, and respiration rate Headaches Dizziness Drowsiness Changes in vision “Peyote trip” where one exhibits psychotic or even suicidal behavior.
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