The use of henbane (Hyoscyamus nigerL.) as a hallucinogen at Neolithic ‘ritual’ sites: a re-evaluation
D. J. Long, R. Tipping, T. G. Holden, M. J. Bunting, P. Milburn
Antiquity March 1, 2000 DOI: 10.1017/s0003598x00066138 (opens in new tab)
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| Key points | Argues that recent claims of prehistoric hallucinogenic drug use are likely based on flawed interpretations, and that evidence from a Scottish Neolithic ceremonial site indicates archaeologists and media may have drawn incorrect conclusions. |
Abstract
Were drugs in use in prehistory? Recent claims for the use of hallucinogenic substances have been made, and caused a stir. However, new work on a Scottish Neolithic ceremonial site suggests archaeologists (and the media) may have been jumping to the wrong conclusions!