telepathine

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What does telepathine mean?

The active chemical constituent of Banisteriopsis caapi, a key plant ingredient in the preparation of ayahuasca, later found to be the same chemical as harmine.

Where does telepathine come from?

From telepath + -ine; ayahuasca was said to facilitate telepathic communication among tribal members.

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