The coca plant, scientifically known as Erythroxylum coca, is a herbaceous shrub belonging to the Erythroxylaceae family. This remarkable plant, native to the Andean region of South America, has been widely cultivated and utilized for centuries due to its unique alkaloid content, particularly cocaine. Cocaine, a powerful stimulant and local anesthetic, has had a profound… Continue reading What is Coca Plant: A Comprehensive Guide