5-HTP - The psychoactive action of 5-HTP is thought to derive from its effect on serotonin synthesis in central nervous system tissue. It is believed that an artificially high supply of 5-HTP causes the brain’s serotonin-producing neurons to increase production. Increased serotonin production then leads to increased serotonin release. Used in many Herbal Ecstasy Products as a legal high.
Artemesia Vulgaris (Mugwort or Common Wormwood ) - The nervine action of Mugwort is thought to aid in depression and ease tension
Avena Sativa (Wild Oats) - Avena Sativa is quickly becoming a popular natural alternative to pharmaceutical erection enhancers without the dangerous side effects. Also known as Oats Milky Seed or Wild Oats, Avena Sativa is used to stimulate both men and women quickly and effectively. In men it appears to be effective for treating impotence and premature ejaculation. In women it may increase sexual desire. It also contains compounds which are soothing to the brain and nervous system. Used in many Legal Herbal Products as a legal high.
Bitter Orange Extract - Bitter orange contains synephrine, a drug similar to ephedrine, acting as a stimulant.
Calea Zacatechichi - Calea Zacatechichi is a medium sized shrub that has reportedly been used by the Chontal indians of Mexico as a hallucinogen. Its dried leaves are used before sleep to increase dreaming. Its effects are not well documented. Used in many Legal Bud products as a legal high.
Cayenne - Cayenne pepper (also called Capsicum frutescens) is a stimulating herb made from the dried pods of chili peppers and is well known for its pungent taste and smell.
Cocoa Bromine - Theobromine, active principle, is the primary alkaloid found in cocoa and chocolate.
Cola-Nut - Orally, cola nut is used for short-term relief of mental and physical fatigue and depressive states, especially those associated with general muscle weakness. It is also used orally for chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), melancholy, atony, exhaustion, dysentery, atonic diarrhea, weight loss, and migraines.
Damiana - Damiana has been used in folk medicine for centuries. Most notably, it has a reputation for being an aphrodisiac, a substance that supposedly heightens sexual desire and enhances sexual performance.
Fo-Ti - In Chinese medicine, fo-ti is a longevity tonic that is used for greying hair, premature aging, weakness, vaginal discharge, and erectile dysfunction. Red fo-ti is considered a tonic to increase vitality and energy, strengthen the blood, kidneys and liver. White fo-ti is used for constipation.
Guarana – Stimulant. Because guaranine is chemically equivalent to caffeine, guaraná is of interest for its potential effects on cognition. In rats, guaraná increased memory retention and physical endurance when compared with a placebo.
Kava Kava - Effects of kavalactones include mild sedation, a slight numbing of the gums and mouth, and vivid dreams. Kava has been reported to improve cognitive performance and promote a cheerful mood. Muscle relaxant, anaesthetic, anticonvulsive and anxiolytic effects are thought to result from direct interactions of kavalactones with voltage-gated ion channels. Used in many legal buds.
Korean Ginseng - Both American and Panax (Asian) ginseng roots are taken orally as adaptogens, aphrodisiacs, nourishing stimulants, and in the treatment of type II diabetes, including sexual dysfunction in men.
Lactuca Virosa (Wild Lettuce) - The effects of ingesting L. virosa are similar to opium, although no opiates are present in the plant. Effects are felt quickly but do not last long, between half an hour to a couple of hours. They dwindle slowly. The plant has been used as an anesthetic and a sleep aid, as well as recreationally. Oils and extracts can be produced from L. virosa, they are often added to tea to help induce sleep. Used in many legal buds.
Lavender - Lavender is frequently used as an aid to sleep and relaxation.
Leonurus Sibiricus (Mini-Marijuana) - The plants buds and sometimes leaves are used to smoke to achieve a mild to intense high somewhat similar to marijuana. Although the plant does not contain THC, it contains a similar compound.
Leonitus leonurus (Wild Dagga) - Leonitis leonurus is also known as Lion’s Tail or Wild Dagga. It is a
member of the Mint family of plants that is used by the Hottentot tribesmen to promote euphoria and exuberance when smoked. The active component in Wild Dagga is leonurine, the same alkaloid that is
mildly psychoactive in the similar Leonurus sibiricus (marihuanilla). Used in many legal herbs.
Passion vine - The flower has only traces of these chemicals, but the leaves and the roots of some species contain more and have been used to enhance the effects of mind-altering drugs. Once dried, the leaves can also be smoked. Passion flower also may be effective for anxiety disorder, but further studies are needed.
Sinicuichi - Heimia salicifolia is a perennial shrub with small narrow leaves and yellow flowers growing up to 1.5 meters. It has been identified as the Aztec hallucinogen “sinicuichi” though this fact is controversial. Sinicuichi is reported to be an auditory hallucinogen, but the effects of H. salicifolia are not well known.
Skull Cap - Traditionally it is known as a nerve tonic and sedative for relieving anxiety, neuralgia, and insomnia.
Star of Bethlahem – Bach Flower. Used as an upper. Not much info is available.
Tagetes – contains psychoactive properties.
Valarian - sedative and muscle relaxant.
Wild Hops - sleep inducer, sedative, to relax smooth muscle function, to relax central nervous activity. Treats premature ejaculation and sexual neuroses.
Yerba mate - Mate contains xanthines, which are alkaloids in the same family as caffeine, theophylline, and theobromine, well-known stimulants also found in coffee and chocolate. Used in many weight-loss products and herbal ecstasy products.
