The purple pitcher plant (Sarracenia purpurea) is a carnivorous plant commonly found in bogs or wetlands. It uses its appearance and chemistry to attract prey, then uses pitcher fluid to trap them. Can something that uses such deception have any redeeming qualities?
Sunburns, dry skin, dehydration, constipation; the answer to all these problems lies within the leaves of this prickly pal.
Shamanic healing, Psychic Visions and drug experimentation, Oh my!
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