SC - Deadly Datura

[Decker, Terry D.]

> >I believe that Datura was used as an ordeal poison by native americans.
> 
> 
> In ancient Egypt too, Datura was used as a poison.  Very popular with
> assassins and such like.  (I'm begginning to realise an alarming trend
> with
> my knowledge,  I know more anout wierd potions and poisons than I do
> cooking.)
> -Sianan
> 
> **************************************************************************
> ****
> Marina Denton
> sianan at geocities.com
> 
In the Amerind cultures that use it, Datura is a sacrament rather than a
poison.    It is used ritually to assist the user in opening the spirit to
visions.  It is known to be dangerous and its use is very limited.

Bear
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