Kanna (sceletium tortuosum) also called channa or chewy is a succulent plant that occurs in South Africa and has a long history. The Khoikhoi tribe (hottentots) used it as a euphoric stimulant.
The fermented plant is originally chewed, where the psycho-active substances are absorbed by swallowing the released saliva. Nowadays Kanna has various treatments and extractions. Because of this it can be administered in different ways. For example, Kanna can be snorted, smoked, evaporated or processed into tea.
Kanna Extract
€12,00
Description
Kanna (sceletium tortuosum) also called channa or chewy is a succulent plant that occurs in South Africa and has a long history. The Khoikhoi tribe (hottentots) used it as a euphoric stimulant.
The fermented plant is originally chewed, where the psycho-active substances are absorbed by swallowing the released saliva. Nowadays Kanna has various treatments and extractions. Because of this it can be administered in different ways. For example, Kanna can be snorted, smoked, evaporated or processed into tea.
Effects
Channa has a relaxing and socially stimulating effect. Kanna also has a stimulating effect and gives a euphoric feeling. After ingestion it usually has a slightly stimulating effect at first and after about an hour it relaxes. A number of people also experience an increased sensitivity to touch and an increase in libido.
Positive:
- A blissful and happy feeling
- Increases libido
- stimulating
- Diminishing anxiety feelings
Negative:
- Nausea
- A restless or anxious feeling, this can be accompanied by confusion.
- Boosting suppressed emotions
- Mood changes
- Thirst or dry mouth
Use
You can sniff the common kannak herb, although some extracts lend themselves better for that. You can also use it in chewing gum and then chew on it… You can also make tea of it or make an alcohol extract from it.
Sniff: 20 mg is enough to notice something
Chewing: In this case, take a higher dose ranging from 25 mg to one gram
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Tea: 1 to 3 grams
Ingredients
Kanna (sceletium tortuosum)
Warnings
Don’t use under 18 years
Do not use in combination with alcohol and/or drugs.
Kanna is not recommended to use in combination with medication. Kanna is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). For this reason, kanna should not be combined with other SSRIs or Monoamine Oxidase inhibitors (MAO-I).
Do not use during pregnancy and/or breastfeeding
Kanna can affect driving ability. Therefore do not drive a vehicle and do not use tools or machines when under the influence of kanna.
