All natural dream inducing herbs have been used for over 1000 years to induce lucid dreaming by shamans from all corners of the world. These herbs include African Dream Root, Silene capensis, Dream Inducing Herb, Calea zacatechichi used by Mazatec shamans to induce vivid dreams and Alepidea amatymbica (Apiaceae). The dry rhizome and roots are smoked, or powdered and taken as snuff by diviners and healers to assist in divination and communication with the ancestors. Smoking the roots results in sedation and vivid dreams.Valerian has been used as a sleep aid and dream inducer for over 1,000 years. Its ability to help relax the central nervous system, promote feelings of calm, decrease levels of anxiety and stress, and enhance sleep are known to millions the world over.