AF Prohibits Consumption of Plants

Week of March 08, 2010

The psychoactive hallucinogenic plants Salvia Divinorum and Spice, although sold commercially, are prohibited for use by Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) military members, according to a new major command policy letter. AFSOC commander, Lt. Gen. Donald C. Wurster has prohibited use of the substances for permanent party, Airmen in training and TDY personnel effective immediately. Salvia Divinorum, also known as "Sally D" and "Magic Mint," is commonly used by smoking and or chewing. Spice, including Golden Spice, is a mixture of herbs with hallucinogenic effects. Those who choose to consume the products are subject to disciplinary action under the Uniform Code of Military Justice. The policy letter can be found at http://www.osi.andrews.af.mil/news/story.asp?id=123192080.