Argyreia nervosa - What it is and where it comes from

Argyreia Nervosa also known as the Hawaiian baby Woodrose is mostly confused with the Merremia Tuberosa. Despite the two being similar to some extent, they have very elaborate differences. For now, lets concentrate on the former. It is known to be a perennial climbing plant and at times, it is called an elephant creeper or a woolly morning glory vine. It is believed that Argyreia Nervosa originated from India and later spread to other parts of the world. Its presence can now be felt in many parts including Africa and the Caribbean. Majority of people who do not know its aesthetic or medicinal value consider it as invasive and are quick to destroy it if it shows up on their farms. The Hawaiian baby Woodrose seeds are also used as legal hallucinogens but their real value has just been discovered. Traditionally, Hawaiian baby Woodrose was not recognized as a hallucinogenic herb. Its real hallucinogenic properties were first realized in 1960s.

It has large leaves and 2-3 mauve clusters of flowers. These flowers later on turn into beautiful pods that resemble the original wood rose. It originates from Asia but cultivated and naturalized in Hawaii. Its pods dry up during its maturity and become smooth, filbert-sized capsules that carry four to six brown seeds. The capsule is also surrounded by a calyx. The Hawaiian baby Woodrose seeds are both toxic and hallucinogenic and are used for medical purposes.

Hawaiian baby Woodrose is normally known for its instant effects such as euphoria, change in visual perception, emotional and auditory disturbances, extreme lassitude, as well as synaesthesias. The user’s perception of space and time is severely altered. This effect can last for 4-8 hours although some tranquil effects can last for as long as 12 hours. The user goes to deep sleep after the trip feeling more refreshed. Some however may experience a bit of hangover that is normally accompanied by a blurred vision, physical inertia, as well as vertigo. The most common side effects of using Hawaiian baby Woodrose include tremor, Nausea, slight blood pressure, increase in body temperature, and pupillary dilation. The Argyreia Nervosa is also known to cure ailments such as elephantiasis, joints inflammation, Rheumatic swelling, and obesity among others.