Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

peyote

Noun
/peɪˈoʊti/
Definition
A small, spineless cactus that contains psychoactive compounds, particularly mescaline.
Examples
  • Peyote has been used by Native American tribes for centuries in religious rituals.
  • After consuming peyote, users may experience altered states of consciousness and vivid hallucinations.
Meaning
Peyote is a cactus known for its hallucinogenic properties, used traditionally in spiritual ceremonies and for medicinal purposes.
Synonyms
  • Mescal cactus
  • Lophophora williamsii