Transcript Salvia Divinorum *Salvia of the Ghosts

Salvia Divinorum
“Salvia of the Ghosts”
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Also Known As
Sally D
Diviner's sage
Magic mint
Simply Salvia
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HISTORY
Salvia Divinorum is native to
certain areas of Mexico and has a
long history of being use by the
Mazatec Indians for ceremonial
purposes.
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WHAT IS SALVIA D ?
According to the DEA, Salvia is a “Mexican
herb that can be smoked to evoke
hallucinogenic effects.” Psychic effects include
perceptions of:
Bright lights
Vivid colors
Shapes
Body movements
Body or object distortions
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Salvinorin A
Salvinorin A, also called Divinorin
A, is believed to be the natural
ingredient responsible for the
hallucinogenic effects of Salvia
divinorum.
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METHOD OF USE
Salvia is typically either
chewed or smoked.
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DISTRIBUTION
Salvia divinorum is grown domestically and
imported from Mexico and Central and
South America. The Internet is primarily
used for the promotion and distribution of
Salvia divinorum.
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PRICE POINT!!
• An ounce of Salvia leaves sells in a range
from $15- $120.
• Salvia plants sell in the range of $25- $45
each.
• Liquid extract which is said to contain the
purest form of Salvinorin A sells for $110$300 per ounce.
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WHAT ‘PSYCHEDELIC’
EXPERIENCE?
The Psychedelic Experience refers
to the altered state of
consciousness many recreational
users seek when using Salvia.
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IS IT LEGAL?
Although it seems there is confusion amoung law
enforcement and retailers. Salvia is illegal to sell even with
out it being under Canada’s Controlled Substance Act.
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SAFETY FIRST!
There are a number of you tube videos and
websites that inform users about the
dangers of doing Salvia in a uncontrolled
environment.. This is not a Club/Party drug.
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