​WHAT IS THE WACHUMA?

Wachuma is a sacred medicine that grows in the Andean region, primarily in northern Argentina. It is one of the most beneficial master plants, yet its use remains secret. Often confused with San Pedro, its tradition dates back to immemorial times, and only a few elders safeguard its traditional and transcendent use. Its spirit is one of great love and intensity, contributing to the healing of physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual issues. It works with great sensitivity within us and, at the same time, helps us connect with nature, receiving messages through it (water, fire, trees, animals, etc.). As a master plant, it serves as an effective means of healing and a valuable tool for spiritual connection. Its effect lasts between 12 and 16 hours, during which various healing processes and steps take place. The medicine we will use was harvested in the sacred hills of northern Argentina by Grandmother Mamacuna and Inti, following a completely artisanal and organic process. From ceremonial harvesting, cutting, drying, re-cutting, cleaning, cooking, macerating, and serving in ceremony, its energetic quality is carefully preserved. Wachuma is a great alternative to Hikuri/Peyote (which also contains mescaline), as it is not endangered. It is considered a "sister" medicine, but diurnal and from the heights, sometimes described as the perfect fusion between Hikuri and Ayahuasca. It can also be used at night, like the latter, with similar potency and effect.

A BIT OF HISTORY

Also known as gigantón, aguacolla/wacolla, or cardo/cardón, its most important alkaloids are trichocereine and mescaline, found in a 5:1 ratio. In northern Argentina, in the Ancasti department, cave paintings have been discovered that allude to the use of this ancestral medicine, and it was even used in the composition of pigments. There is a hypothesis that the Peruvian San Pedro "migrated" from northern Argentina in pre-Incan times, over 3,000 years ago. The tradition persisted in Peru, while the Wachuma tradition in Argentina was lost. According to one of the most renowned healers of the Andes, Tuno:
"The symbolism of San Pedro is to locate in all regions of the territory the elemental thought and potential of man... San Pedro is a cactus that contains an ingredient which, when ingested, opens the subconscious and the sixth sense of the individual – that is, their telepathic sixth sense – allowing them to transport themselves, transcend matter, time, and distance. One can spiritually travel quickly to wherever they want by focusing on their goal... San Pedro is a tool to make the spirit more pleasant and manageable." According to tradition, bats developed their "radar" ability to navigate in darkness by sipping the Wachuma flower. Regarding the spirit of the plant, its protective animals are the Puma and the Condor.

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ABOUT MAMACUNA

Heir to the healing knowledge passed down by the women of her family, Grandmother Mamacuna holds the title of "Supreme Inca Priestess." From a young age, she learned healing techniques with swords, tobacco, eggs, and candles from her mother and grandmother in Peru. Now, at over 70 years old, she continues her service with total dedication, energy, and love. Mamacuna is a direct representative and guardian of the Wachuma medicine spirit. She practices various Andean healing techniques and is also a master of sacred mushroom medicine. When Grandmother Mamacuna is unable to be present, the ceremonies are led by Inti and Ronin Koshi, both traditional healers and Wachuma guides, accompanied by a team of 3 to 6 people. Thanks to her and her partner, Jampi Camayoc, the tradition of this sacred remedy has been revived.