South American Indigenous Knowledge of Psychotropics
March 20, 2009 Sioui Maldonado Bouchard 1 citation
The chapter examines three medicinal plants—quinine, coca, and ayahuasca—used by Indigenous peoples, defining each and exploring their traditional medical applications. It addresses legal issues surrounding their use, including intellectual property rights and regulation. The text highlights the historical and cultural significance of these plants within Indigenous knowledge systems and the challenges posed by external appropriation and legal frameworks.