Mapacho is a type of tobacco native to South America, particularly found in the Amazon rainforest. Unlike the more commonly known smoking tobacco, mapacho is traditionally used for ceremonial and shamanic purposes by indigenous communities. It is considered a sacred plant in various cultures and is often used in rituals to connect with the spiritual realm or to cleanse and purify. Mapacho is known for its strong and distinctive aroma, and its ceremonial use is deeply rooted in the cultural and spiritual practices of the indigenous people of the Amazon region.