The roots of the plant are used to produce a drink with sedative and anesthetic properties. Kava is consumed throughout the Pacific Oceancultures of Polynesia, including Hawaii, Vanuatu, Melanesia and some parts of Micronesia. Kava is sedating and is primarily consumed to relax without disrupting mental clarity. Its active ingredients are called kavalactones. (Wikipedia)
Kava Kava
Piper methysticum
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