Miley Cyrus and Salvia: Miley and the Mind altering Herb’s Historical Significance
The following content is for informational purposes only and does not encourage or condone the use of hallucinogenic plants. The Plant Behind the Headlines: Unpacking Miley Cyrus's Use of Salvia The 2010 video of Miley Cyrus using salvia, a powerful hallucinogenic plant native to Mexico, sent shockwaves through the media and catapulted the substance into the global spotlight. While many viewed the incident as a typical celebrity controversy, it also sparked a long-overdue public conversation about this ancient and historically significant plant. Known scientifically as Salvia divinorum, the herb has been used for centuries by Mazatec shamans in spiritual rituals and traditional medicine to achieve altered states of consciousness and divine insights. However, its recent emergence in mainstream culture, largely fueled by viral moments like the one involving Cyrus, has raised serious questions about its safety, regulation, and the potential for recreational misuse. Unlike ...