Catmint

Cats seem to have a special preference for this plant. They always look for it and seem to relax with it. Catmint (Nepeta cataria) is used in Asia to calm down tigers and lions in zoos.

Catmint has a relaxing effect. It is also used for infirmities during menstruation, and to improve sleep. The taste is very nice.

Effects

Catmint is relaxing and a mild hallucinogenic. After drinking a strong tea of the herb, it gives a pleasant relaxing high and has a stimulating effect on the imagination.

Catmint is perfect for a relaxed evening, while listening to music or coming to rest after a busy day.

Usage

For tea use 25 grams (approx. 1 oz). Let it boil for a while in 1 litre water, then let it draw for 15 minutes. Sift it and if you like add honey or sugar to taste.

You can also mix a full teaspoon in a glass of water. Catmint can be used in combination with galangal, damiana en valerian root.

Links

A lot of Information about catmint by Botanical.

Reviews

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Oct 22, 2008 Bob Marlouf said:
    
“Ok, this herb is working fine. I don't like stuff that gives hallucinations like psilo mushrooms and such things. I was just looking for a mild relaxation herb like cannabis. For Catmint there are no hallucinations just a very nice relaxed feeling.

I' ve used a theaspoon (sometin like 5gr max.) for 250ml boiled water. After 5min it was ready. Sweet taste.

Hmm ... I think i'll drink some more :-) and i'll try to smoke it a bit later.”

Aug 29, 2008 hondafixxer of Ottawa, CA said:
    
“I have been an avid bud smoker and "day tripper" for several years now. After being directed to your site in search of the ever elusive B.Caapi and M. Hostilis, I found this review on catmint. I was intrigued since it grows wild all over the place up at my cottage. After reading I decided to cultivate and try some of the herb and i was pleasantly surprised. After smoking about 1 gr. on its own, I experienced a state of mild euphoria and relaxation. This intrigued me so i smoked the same with about 1/2 a gr. of hi-test bud in my bong, and was immediately aware of a heightened state visual and auditory sensation as well as a very pleasant and surprisingly good high. Considering the price I paid for it ( nothing)..this definately comes highly recommended by me, either as a relaxant on its own as a tea or smoke or to compliment in a bong or joint. I extend Peace, love, happiness and cheers in the pursuit of the best high to all.”

Jul 10, 2008 Vincent said:
    
“I've smoked bud for over 7 years now from morning to evening with hardly any days without any (maybe few months altogether) so when I'm all out I have quite a bad day because of psychological addiction. This stuff seems to really help on those days. It almost feels like the real thing and surprisingly strong too but it obviously gives less of a body buzz than indica. Effects on appetite are also similar but milder. Concidering the price difference I might even change THC to catmint altogether. Highly recommended! Just make sure your cats won't steal your stash =) Oh and I don't recommend using it with damiana, it completely ruins the feeling for me.”