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File:Curare.pngThe structure of the chemical in curare which causes the muscle relaxation and eventually paralysis.





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Flowers of the Chondrodendron tomentosum.
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Another plant used in a different blend of curare, but just as effective; Strychnos toxifera





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  • To see pictures of the fruit of curare and how the Indians prepare the mixture follow this link: Curare Pictures

 

 

 

 

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