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Deep Publications Plants Affecting Human Mind Psychoactive Plants by Jain S K
The substances that affect human mind through their action on Central Nervous System are called psycho-active. Psychoactive substances are a subject of intensive research for leads to new molecules, opening immense possibilities in medicine and psychiatry. The book deals with over 300 plants which are reported to possess psychoactive substances. The scientific name, its botanical family, some common names in English and Indian languages are given, followed by brief account of botanical characters, occurrence, and psycho-active property, or the related medical condition. Notes on significant chemical constituents of selected plants are given in a separate Section. Plants are arranged in alphabetical order by scientific botanical names. Three indexes facilitate location of desired psychoactive property, the botanical families, and common names in the book. The book is profusely illustrated with over one hundred line diagrams and sixteen color plates.