Psychedelic and Spiritual Practices: The primary use of Bufo Alvarius is in psychedelic and spiritual practices. The secretion is collected, dried, and then vaporised or smoked to induce intense psychedelic experiences. These experiences are often sought for their potential to facilitate spiritual insights, personal growth, and profound mystical or transcendent experiences.
Therapeutic Exploration: Some individuals and therapists have been exploring the therapeutic potential of 5-MeO-DMT for conditions such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, and addiction. Research in this area is ongoing, and therapeutic use is typically conducted in a controlled and supervised setting.
Traditional and Indigenous Rituals: Bufo Alvarius and its secretion have been used in indigenous rituals by certain Native American tribes. The toad is seen as a spiritual and healing power source in these rituals.
Scientific Research: Bufo Alvarius has attracted attention from researchers studying the chemistry and pharmacology of its secretion and its potential therapeutic applications. Studies on 5-MeO-DMT are ongoing to understand its effects and mechanisms better.