Secret Amazon species may be new source of ibogaine for addiction treatment
PolicyTuesday, June 30, 2026Mongabay

Secret Amazon species may be new source of ibogaine for addiction treatment

A previously overlooked pasture weed found in the Amazon could potentially provide a new source of ibogaine, a compound used for addiction treatment, though the researcher is currently withholding details about its specific location and properties. This discovery could have significant implications for addiction recovery strategies.

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