Heimia salicifolia

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Sinicuichi / Sun Opener Heimia Salicifolia and myrtifolia is a species of flowering plant in the loosestrife family, Lythraceae. It is native to the Americas, ranging from the southwestern United States (Texas and New Mexico) through Mexico and Central America to Argentina. Common names include Sini, Elixir of the Sun, Sinicuichi which means Sun Opener to Natives and Willow-leaf Heimia.

Spiritual Use and Traditions

Sinicuichi/Sun Opener (Heimia salicifolia) is to be used as a Shamanic Entheogen. When used within this context, this plant can invoke a deep sence of calmness and Unity. The Natives believe that Sinicuichi has supernatural qualities, helping them recall past events back to pre-natal ones as if they happened yesterday.

• To be used in a Ceremonial Setting.

Effects

• Auditory Hallucinations (sounds seem distant)
• Golden/Yellow Field of Vision
• Pleasant drowsiness/sedation
• Muscle relaxation
• Enhancement of Epinephrine
• Mild intoxication and giddiness
• Darkening of vision
• Increased memory function

• Slowing of heartbeat
• Dilation of coronary vessels
• Inhibition of acetylcholine
• Slight reduction of blood pressure
• Cooling of body

Alkaloid Contents

• Vertine is generally regarded as the primary psychoactive component and is also generally the most abundant constituent of alkaloidal extracts. Clinically demonstrated effects include anticholinergic, antiinflammatory, antispasmodic, hyperglycemic, hypotensive, sedative, tranquilizer, and vasodilator activity. There is another chemical called cryogenine which should not be confused with vertine.

• Lythrine (the third most abundant alkaloid) has been found to have diuretic activity (it encourages urination).

• Heimidine (a minor alkaloid) has been found to have antiinflammatory activity.

• lyfoline (the second most abundant alkaloid)

• lythridine (a minor alkaloid)

Preparation

Heimia salicifolia leaves are soaked in water and left to ferment/brew in the Sun for 2 days, the water volume is then reduced, and the bitter tasting brew is ingested in one gulp. It is said that during the fermentation process, the Knowledge of the Sun is embedded into the potion, creating the "Elixir of the Sun"

• Smoking Marijuana at the peak of a "Sini Session" will dramatically enhance the experience.

Note

"Psychedelic" literally means "Mind Manifest". So it depends on whats on your mind and what you are trying to accomplish in the Session/Ceremony. Lessons learned using psychedelics are completely subjective, so what you realize, some people might not even get close to.

• Not addictive

External links

Data related to Heimia salicifolia at Wikispecies Media related to Heimia salicifolia at Wikimedia Commons