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Hi Fyzygy, there are some Pink/Vienna White plants available at SAB store

That's Interesting. Would one interpret that to mean that (1) the Skeletal Section being identified as a the source of higher quality varieties has a higher concentration of psychoactive alkaloids? Is there any more information in the book relating to this? Just wondering if that's based on scientific studies or more a marketing/cultural or perhaps superstitious perspective? Thanks for sharing

Ah, fair point. I had assumed it was the same disease/concern and the deeper ones were just in a worse state. Regarding heating the root ball, if you or a friend had a sous vide you could set up a water bath at exact temperature (46 degrees in the article) to simplify the process. Would be a bit more challenging without one though. All the best with it.

This blog from Darren at Herbalitics might shed some light on your situation: Mealy Bugs as a Vector of Trichocereus Disease. The picture in that blog looks similar to yours and his observations point to root mealy bugs as a potential cause and focus for treatment. "Mealybugs are known to be vectors of fungal disease on other species, as they tap into a plants roots and suck out sugars, which invariably attracts fungi. So could this be the cause of this disease and could control of mealybugs be an effective treatment, if not a cure all, for some of these spotting diseases?" (Darren, Herbalitics)

Interesting, the argument was presented as a means of assisting the population by removing the parasitic element. After reading your comment and doing a bit of research on burls I get the impression removal of such would open the plant to infection.

At EGA there was mention of wasp burls on an endangered Victorian Acacia containing elevated alkaloid levels.

Awesome, would also appreciate some. Keen to dabble in some gardening again. Cheers!

I'll be there guys! Been M.I.A for a while. It'll be nice to catch up!

Print looks good. Unfortunately importing into Australia is illegal. Just an FYI for people considering it to weigh up the risk.

Hey everyone! I had an awesome time at the camp! Was lovely meeting some new peeps and catching up with some old. Will definitely keep in contact and look forward to many more meets in the upcoming years Huge respect for the Melbournites! Us NSW folk will have to make a trip down there sometime. Thanks for the nice conversations, sharing of experiences, opening up and general goods vibes we all shared. I still find it amazing that spending a weekend with some of the people I've met through this world can make it seem like you've known each other for years. All the best, J.

eleMenOHpee if your question regarding healing is in relation to physical healing I personally don't believe Aya will have the desired effects. I've read a few anecdotal reports over the years about Aya "curing" cancer and the likes - but to my knowledge there is little scientific evidence to suggest healing on a physical level. In saying that, I am by no means an expert on peer reviewed literature on Aya nor do I have a medical background. However as mentioned by the lads above it could have a positive effect on your friends emotional/mental/spiritual health, which in turn could assist in the journey with potential treatment options. I wish you all the best with your research and your friends treatment. J.

Haven't logged on in ages. Just read the last pages of this thread and I'm pretty g'd up now! Sounds like there will be an awesome turn up. Will be a great weekend. See you lads when the sun be rising first thing tomorrow morning!

I had per-engagements up in Coffs Harbor so unfortunately I couldn't make it this time. Hope some of you can make the Oberon camp though. So much to talk about! I'd be keen for a ghost tour as well Change. There is a haunted house out west somewhere (Junee) that you can stay in over night. Supposed to be one of the most haunted places in Aus. http://www.montecristo.com.au/

I think you need to re-prioritise...

I'm definitely in. A buddy of mine who I can see joining this forum in the not to distant future is most likely coming along as well. I gave him his first seeds a few days ago so his thumb can start turning green. Might be able to give some peeps a lift from Western Sydney (or Oberon), though my ride is small and space might be an issue. PM me if you're in need. Can't promise it at this stage though, but it's definitely on the cards. Not sure if I'll be heading up late Friday night or early sat morning yet.