Mexican Peyote (Cactus Family)
Lophophora williamsii (Cactaceae)
Location: Mexico, Southern and Southwestern United States (Namely Texas)
The cactus grows in the driest habitats, sometimes even around a lot of stone. The flowers are very large and pink or white in color, resting on the crown of the cactus. Removing the crown of the cactus does not kill the cactus and the cactus will grow new crowns (also called Mescal heads). These heads, also called Peyote Buttons, are harvested and ingested for the strong hallucinogenic effects. Sometimes Peyotes can be found with multiple heads, as they have been cut off many times before. These heads are about 3-4 inches in diameter.
The effects are insane, crafting kaleidoscopic, super vivid and rich in colors visions. Hallucinations stretch beyond visual though, as hearing, feeling, taste and smell are all effected too. The intoxication effects begin usually with satisfying, pleasant experiences, panning into a period of intense calmness, relaxation, and laziness. Some people meditate at this point, others enjoy external stimulation.
