Is YAGE the same as ayahuasca?
Ayahuasca, also known as yage, is a blend of two plants – the ayahuasca vine (Banisteriopsis caapi) and a shrub called chacruna (Psychotria viridis), which contains the hallucinogenic drug dimethyltryptamine (DMT). DMT – and therefore ayahuasca – is illegal in the UK, the US and many other countries.
Can you do ayahuasca in Colombia?
Ayahuasca is not illegal in Colombia and it really is entirely up to the individual and how comfortable they are with taking the substance. While some people wrongly call ayahuasca a drug, it is not classified as such and its effects are generally classed as more spiritual than recreational.
What is ayahuasca called in Colombia?
yagé
The drug, also known as yagé, has drawn people from around the world, who contract tribal shamans to administer the ceremonial potion, in the hope of experiencing a spiritual awakening.
Who should not take ayahuasca?
Those with a history of psychiatric disorders, such as schizophrenia, should avoid Ayahuasca, as taking it could worsen their psychiatric symptoms and result in mania ( 19 ).
How long does an Ayahuasca trip last?
Psychotropic effects of ayahuasca start between 30 and 60 min post-administration, reaching maximum intensity between 60 to 120 min, and can last up to 4 h after administration (Riba et al. 2001).
What is the yagé retreat in Colombia?
We offer Yagé pilgrims the rare opportunity to take part to an amazingly intensive Yagé retreat in the Colombian Piedmont, working with Taita Bonifacio Gabino Garreta who has currently matured over 43 years experience (the first 30 years of which, working with the Maestros) as a traditional Yagé master shaman.
What is chagropanga yagé?
The Chagropanga is like the magical bride, the female companion of Yagé and is sometimes known as Yagé hembra (female Yagé). The Tigrihuasca ayahuasca vine variety is given this name because of the resemblance of the pattern visible in its cross section, with the the paw of a tiger, or of a jaguar.
What is yagé Tigre ayahuasca?
The Tigrihuasca ayahuasca vine variety is given this name because of the resemblance of the pattern visible in its cross section, with the the paw of a tiger, or of a jaguar. Yagé Tigre and Tigrihuasca are just different names for the same ayahuasca variety.
Can pregnant or menstruating women attend yagé ceremonies?
In line with the shamanic traditions of the Taitas of Colombia, pregnant or menstruating women may not be allowed to attend the Yagé retreat and participate to the Yagé ceremonies.