Mescal Button (Noun)
Meaning
The button-shaped top of the mescal cactus; a source of psilocybin.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The illicit trade of mescal buttons originated from the traditional use by indigenous peoples in their spiritual rituals.
- A mescal button produces a distinct effect due to its naturally occurring psychedelic compound, psilocybin.
- Separating the flesh from the mescal button was necessary to minimize the risk of contamination.
- Harvesting the mescal button requires experience to ensure it is done correctly, as mistakes can be severe.
- Once authorities detected the shipment of dried mescal buttons, the suspect's smuggling operation was finally exposed.