Mimosa hostilis (also called Jurema or Tepezcohuite) is a tree from South and Central America, known for its tannin- and alkaloid-rich root bark. The bark has a long history in traditional skin care and dyeing, but the plant is also known for its natural DMT content.
What do the courts say?
The Swedish Supreme Court has, in several rulings, including NJA 2018 p. 983, examined the question of when plant parts containing DMT can constitute a narcotics offense. The conclusion is that the plant material itself, in its natural state, is not classified as a narcotic - it is legal to possess bark or root bark as such. What can fall under narcotics legislation is if the material has been processed into a "preparation," for example through extraction or brewing intended for consumption.
The line is not clear-cut
Exactly where the line is drawn for what counts as a preparation has varied between individual cases, and the legal situation should not be interpreted as a general free pass. Anyone who is unsure should seek their own legal advice.
Our position
Växtbutiken sells Mimosa Hostilis root bark in its natural, dried state - whole or ground for dyeing and skin care purposes - without additives. The products are not intended as a dietary supplement, medicine, or for human consumption, in accordance with Swedish and EU law.
This article is general information based on public case law and does not constitute legal advice.