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peyoteSpineless cactus of northern Mexico and the southwestern USA. It has white or pink flowers. Its buttonlike tops contain mescaline, which causes hallucinations and is used by American Indians in religious ceremonies. (Lophopora williamsii, family Cactaceae.) How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Justice Antonin Scalia, who wrote the decision upholding the Native American Church's use of peyote, suggests the special use allowed the Indian church proves "you can make an exception without the sky falling. They are best used for all types of applique beading including lazy stitch, peyote, rosettes, and wrapping. Hallucinogen, the active principle in the flowering heads of the peyote cactus. |
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