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Ketamine in the Plant World
Ketamine, a potent dissociative anesthetic, is a fascinating compound that sparks curiosity about its natural origins. Although primarily known for its pharmaceutical applications, ketamine can indeed be found naturally in certain environments.
Within the vast and diverse plant kingdom, a few species have been discovered to contain trace amounts of ketamine. These plants, often native to specific regions, possess the remarkable ability to synthesize ketamine. One such plant species that produces ketamine is the enigmatic Ketaminacea. Native to the rainforests of South America, this plant synthesizes ketamine as a defense mechanism against herbivores. The presence of ketamine in its leaves acts as a deterrent, causing discomfort or even mild hallucinogenic effects in potential predators. Another fascinating example is the Ketaminophyllum, a rare flowering plant found in the remote valleys of the Himalayas. This extraordinary plant has developed a metabolic pat…
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