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Mushroom that causes 'tiny people' visions traced to one species

timesofindia.indiatimes.com · 4dShare

A groundbreaking discovery reveals that a unique mushroom species, Lanmaoa asiatica, is linked to vivid hallucinations involving tiny figures experienced by communities far and wide. Despite lacking known psychoactive substances upon chemical examination, researchers suspect an unidentified compound is responsible for these captivating visual effects. Unraveling this mystery could provide profound insights into perception and the nature of human consciousness.

First report: Q&A: Mushroom behind 'tiny people' hallucinations identified — phys.org, 4d