sascacheuan Posted January 9, 2003 hello. I am reading a book about native shrubs from Iberian peninsule. I found two interesting species. -Maytenus senegalensis, i just know this specie, it is related to catha edulis and it is reported to contain cathine. -fluggea tinctorica. the book said that this shrub contains securinine. I have found this text about securinine: Securinine is the major alkaloid of Securinega suffruticosa, Euphorbiaceae, and related species. Securinine nitrate is a central nervous system stimulant. This compound raises blood pressure stimulates respiration, and increases cardiac output. The chemical structure of this compound is similar to: chemical structure It isnt an amphetamine like epedrine, cathine, etc. then my question is: Could securinine work similar to another estimulant alkaloids?. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Torsten Posted January 10, 2003 we are trying to grow Maytenus senegalensis and will make available once successful. I also recommend some research into other maytenus species..... incl natives. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
theobromos Posted January 11, 2003 Securinine looked interesting to me, but be cautious with the dosage. I will try to remember why. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sascacheuan Posted January 13, 2003 I have only been able to find a few and short things about this alkaloid, if you can find something interesting about this, Theo, I would like to read it . Theo, I have some interesting seeds for you. email and i will tell you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
