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'{{taxobox |image = Heimia salicifolia flowers by Jules Jardinier.jpg |regnum = [[Plant]]ae |unranked_divisio = [[Angiosperms]] |unranked_classis = [[Eudicots]] |unranked_subclassis = [[Rosids]] |ordo = [[Myrtales]] |familia = [[Lythraceae]] |genus = ''[[Heimia]]'' |species = '''''H. salicifolia''''' |binomial = ''Heimia salicifolia'' |binomial_authority = Link<ref name="GRIN">{{cite web |url=http://www.ars-grin.gov/cgi-bin/npgs/html/taxon.pl?27904 |title=''Heimia salicifolia'' Link |work=Germplasm Resources Information Network |publisher=United States Department of Agriculture |date=2002-09-17 |accessdate=2010-03-20}}</ref> |}} '''''Heimia salicifolia''''' is a species of [[flowering plant]] in the [[Lythrum|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]].<ref name="GRIN">{{cite web |url=http://www.ars-grin.gov/cgi-bin/npgs/html/taxon.pl?27904 |title=''Heimia salicifolia'' Link |work=Germplasm Resources Information Network |publisher=United States Department of Agriculture |date=2002-09-17 |accessdate=2010-03-20}}</ref> Common names include '''Shrubby Yellowcrest''', '''Sinicuichi''', '''Sun Opener''', '''Willow-leaf Heimia''', '''Sini''', and '''Elixir of the Sun'''. The plant has psychoactive and medicinal properties, and has been used for a variety of ailments by native peoples in Central America and Mexico. [https:/upwiki/wikipedia/commons/1/1b/Heimia_Salicifolia_seeds_magnified_many_times_by_Paul_Taylor_of_Amazonia_Exotics U.K JPG Heimia salicifolia seed magnified many times. Photograph courtesy of Paul Taylor Amazonia Exotics U.K] == Isolated alkaloids == * [[Vertine]], also known as cryogenine, is regarded as the primary psychoactive component and is also generally the most abundant constituent of alkaloidal extracts. Clinically demonstrated effects include anticholinergic, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, hyperglycemic, hypotensive, sedative, tranquilizer, and vasodilator activity. * [[Lythrine]], the third most abundant alkaloid, has been found to have diuretic activity. * [[Heimidine]], A minor alkaloid, has been found to have anti-inflammatory activity. * [[Lyfoline]], the second most abundant alkaloid. * [[Lythridine]], a minor alkaloid == Spiritual Use == Use of Sinicuichi for shamanic purposes by native peoples of Central America and Mexico has been described. Some of the effects may include the experience of a deep sense of calmness and unity, and the ability to recall the past, even [[prenatal]] events, with great clarity. In the method of preparation commonly used, fresh leaves are collected, and allowed to wilt. The leaves are put into a cup or jar, cool water added, and placed in the sun to brew and ferment for at least 24 hours. It is said that during the fermentation process, the knowledge of the sun is embedded into the potion, creating the "Elixir of the Sun." ''Heimia salicifolia'' is not believed to be addictive. The psychoactive properties of the plant have led to its notoriety as a "[[legal high]]", though the muscle-relaxant effect may be very powerful and is reported by many users to be highly inconvenient.<!-- source: Erowid --> == Subjective Effects == *Auditory hallucinations (sounds may seem distant) *Yellowed field of vision *seduction and horniness *Mild intoxication; giddiness *Darkening of vision *Improved memory function == Physiological Effects == *Slowing of heartbeat *Muscle relaxation *Dilation of coronary vessels *Inhibition of acetylcholine (Debated)<ref>http://www.erowid.org/plants/sinicuichi/sinicuichi_faq.shtml "v. What will Sinicuichi do to me?" Paragraph 2</ref> *Reduction of blood pressure ==References== {{reflist}} ==External links== {{wikispecies-inline}} {{commonscat-inline|Heimia salicifolia|''Heimia salicifolia''}} * [http://www.erowid.org/plants/sinicuichi/sinicuichi_faq.shtml Dr. MeO's Sinicuichi FAQ] * [http://www.erowid.org/experiences/exp.php?ID=8521 Confessions of an English Sinicuichi Smoker] [[Category:Heimia|salicifolia]] [[Category:Plants described in 1822]] [[Category:Entheogens]] [[Category:Flora of Argentina]] [[Category:Flora of Bolivia]] [[Category:Flora of Brazil]] [[Category:Flora of Central America]] [[Category:Flora of Mexico]] [[Category:Flora of New Mexico]] [[Category:Flora of Paraguay]] [[Category:Flora of Texas]] {{Myrtales-stub}}'