Bouncing Bear Botanicals Resources

Kratom
Kratom is a tree native to Southeast Asia (Thailand, Malaysia, Myanmar [Burma], and elsewhere). Its botanical name is Mitragyna speciosa. Kratom is in the same family as the coffee tree (Rubiaceae). The leaves of kratom have been used as an herbal drug from time immemorial by peoples of Southeast Asia. It is used in folk medicine as a stimulant (at low doses), sedative (at high doses), recreational drug, pain killer, medicine for diarrhea, and treatment for opiate addiction.

How to Grow Kratom
Growing Kratom is easy. When your plant arrives, carefully remove the plant from the box, minding use of sharp instruments, cut the tape, not the box in a warmer area, free from drafts to avoid dehydration. Carefully remove all packaging disturbing the plant as little as possible. Your plant may or may not be noticeably wilted. This is to be expected from the shock of transport. Do not be alarmed if it looks a little 'sad'. Keep plant away from direct artificial or natural light for at least a day. A dimly lit room, such as the counter or table top in front of drawn shades or blinds is considered indirect lighting. It needs to adjust to the new environment.

Salvia divinorum
Salvia divinorum is a herbaceous perennial in the Lamiaceae family. The specific name, Salvia divinorum, was given because of its traditional use in divination and healing—it literally translates to "diviner's sage" or "seer's sage."

San Pedro Cactus
San Pedro Cactus is the most common and well known of the Trichocereus. San Pedro Cactus was supposedly named after Saint Peter because it was, like Peter, thought to hold the keys to heaven. San Pedro Cactus has been known and used ceremonially for over 3000 years and there is evidence to suggest cultivation in Peru from 2200 B. C

Hawaiian Baby Woodrose
Hawaiian Baby Woodrose is a perennial climbing vine with large heart-shaped leaves and white trumpet-shaped flowers. Its large furry seeds grow in seed pods and contain the psychedelic LSA.

Amanita Muscaria
Amanita muscaria, the highly visible and strikingly beautiful mushroom, also known as the Fly Agaric, is yellow to red in color and speckled with white. Amanita muscaria is probably humanity's oldest Entheogens. Amanita muscaria's history has it associated with both Shamanic and magical practices. It was identified as the "Soma" of the ancient (4000 BC) Rig Veda by Gordon Wasson.

Cactus Care Tips
Caring for your cactus is easy. Here are some helpful cactus care tips for keeping your cactus healthy. If there is any cactus rot-squishy, brown, ooze coming from the cactus, cut it off immediately and allow the cut piece to dry for about a week until the exposed cut is dry and hard to the touch before planting.

Salvia Divinorum Plants
It is easy to care for your salvia divinorum plant. Salvia divinorum has hollow, square stems with winged edges. The stems are not very sturdy, but with support, the Salvia plant can grow to eight feet tall. Filtered sunlight is best, and the plant likes plenty of water and humidity. It rarely sets seed, and when it does the seeds are usually not viable.

Mandrake
A native of Southern Europe, the roots of Mandrake were supposed to bear a resemblance to the human form, on account of their habit of forking into two and shooting “arms” on each side. In the old herbals we find them frequently figured as a male with a long beard, and a female with a very bushy head of hair.

Bufo alvarius
Taking care of your bufo alvarius is easy. Though you should be aware of some precautions. Handling should be kept to a minimum.
Follow these care tips and your toad could live over 30 years.

Que She
Que She (Pronounced Kay She) is truly and simply a revolution in weight loss. It is a dietary supplement made from an all natural blend of extracts from 11 Chinese herbs.

Entheogens
Entheogens means "creates god within." It is a psychoactive substance used in a religious or shamanic circles. Entheogens are derived primarily from plant sources and have been used in a variety of traditional religious contexts. With the advent of organic chemistry, there now exist many synthetic substances with similar properties. The term entheogen is often used to refer to such substances when used for their religious or spiritual effects, whether or not in a formal religious or traditional structure. This terminology is often chosen to contrast with recreational use of the same substances. These spiritual effects have been demonstrated in peer-reviewed studies, though research remains difficult due to ongoing drug prohibition.

Acorus Calamus

(Sweet Flag). A small amount of Acorus Calamus root was commonly used as a stimulant to combat fatigue and melancholy while larger amounts were thought to produce psychedelic effects. Used by Shamans in ancient China as an elixir, Acorus calamus has a rich history of use as both an excellent medicinal plant as well as an entheogen.

Our Fresh Cree Calamus roots are of the highest quality and may be planted and grown. Organic, Dried American-grown dried root.

Ayahuasca
Ayahuasca is an infusion of the Banisteriopsis caapi vine, often used along side with various plant admixtures (See Nicotiana rustica, Brugmansia, Psychotria viridis, Diplopteris, Mimosa hostilis, Alchornea floribunda, Cyprus sp.). Ayahuasca is used as a folk medicine and religious sacrament during healing ceremonies by Amazonian tribes. The use of the vine as a psychedelic sacrament is now becoming popular in the west and throughout the world.

Shamanic Extracts
The expert knowledge we have about Shamanic Extracts is immense. We know you will find useful information on Shamanic extracts.
Salvia divinorum: Crude extracts aren't made using only pure salvinorin-A but an extraction product that also contains oils, tars and waxes.

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