: Choose a quiet, dark, and comfortable space where you won't be disturbed.
: Rinse your mouth thoroughly. Some practitioners use an alcohol-based mouthwash first to increase blood flow and improve absorption, though the leaves are naturally bitter. The Quidding Process quidding-salvia
: If fresh aren't available, rehydrate 2–5 grams of dried leaves in a small bowl of water for 10 minutes until they are pliable. : Choose a quiet, dark, and comfortable space
: Roll the leaves into a tight cylinder or ball. The Quidding Process : If fresh aren't available,
: Once the time is up, you can spit out the leaf matter. Expected Effects & Duration Onset : Effects typically manifest within 10–20 minutes .
: Keep the quid and the accumulated saliva in your mouth for 15–30 minutes . Move the liquid around your gums and under your tongue to maximize absorption.
"Quidding" is the traditional Mazatec method of consuming Salvia divinorum by chewing fresh leaves into a ball (a "quid") and holding it in the mouth for sublingual absorption. This method results in a slower onset (about 10–20 minutes) and a longer, gentler experience (up to 1–2 hours) compared to smoking.