The high that resulted produced sensations of flying, often accompanied by fantastic visions of strange lands. It was probably this practice that gave rise to the popular image of witches flying on broomsticks. In America, the Datura plant is better known as Jimson Weed or Loco Weed. I had a much better idea, Khat. Khat is the Ecstasy of the Yemen.
Some experts claim that it is addictive, always a good sign.
Apparently, the people of Yemen spend a third of the Gross National Product on the vegetable-like drug. The whole country stops work at one o clock. People gather for their daily chew. It is a social ritual, somewhat akin to a few drinks after work. There have also been reports of psychosis following overuse, another good sign.