San Pedro (Trichocereus pachanoi)

San Pedro, Echinopsis pachanoi is a cactus native to South America and has had traditional religious and medicinal use for over 3000 years. Of the various alkaloids it contains, mescaline is responsible for its psychoactive effects.
San Pedro is a columnar cactus. One in a thousand San Pedro cacti grows into a mutant. The mutation can take all kinds of different forms, including this beautiful cristal or fan shape.

Under both dry and humid conditions the cactus grows, but it grows quickly when regularly watered. However, the cactus can survive for years without water and even form new side shoots.
San Pedro contains several alkaloids, including mescaline, a substance with psychoactive properties.
In traditional cultures it is known by different names, such as huachuma, achuma, wachuma and aguacolla.

effects
The San Pedro gives a less threatening and overwhelming trip than Peyote and the trip starts slowly but steadily usually without too much nausea. The effects can last from 8 to 14 hours, depending on the dossier and the sensitivity of the user.

Use
San Pedro can be consumed either fresh or dried.

Warnings
Do not use under 18 years
Do not use in combination with alcohol and/or drugs.
It is not recommended to be used in combination with medication and other MAOIs.
Do not use during pregnancy and/or lactation.
San Pedro affects driving ability. Therefore, do not drive a vehicle and do not use any tools or machines under the influence of San Pedro.
Do not use alone, only with an experienced user.

Only available through the Herbal Spirit store:
San Pedro (various sizes)
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