The Ultimate Guide to Tobacco

Published on the ThirdWave website: https://thethirdwave.co/psychedelics/tobacco/

“Tobacco is one of the most widely used psychoactive plants on the planet, with a rich history and dynamic narrative. It is made from the leaves of plants from the genus Nicotiana, native to North and South America and Australia. The most well-known species are Nicotiana rustica and Nicotiana tabacum. While traditionally used as an offering, for blessings, and for intentional ingestion as part of spiritual practices, tobacco has been largely commercialized in the modern Western world, where it is sold as cigarettes, snuff, or chewing tobacco. In this context, tobacco has come to be known as an addictive, high-risk substance. Yet, in many parts of the world, it remains a medicinal plant and an essential part of spiritual practices. Tobacco smoke is used to cleanse, protect, and carry intention. Through this guide, we aim to reframe tobacco and support and encourage education around the intentional use of this plant.”