Experts say the drug kratom is as addictive as heroin, and it's completely legal. (Credit: CBS 2)

FORT LEE, N.J. (CBSNewYork) – A New Jersey lawmaker wants to ban an organic herb fueling the latest drug craze among teens.

As WCBS 880’s Sean Adams reported, Kratom gives a high similar to heroin.

The substance is legal and kids can buy it, Adams reported.

The plant is related to coffee; it is native to southeast Asia and has long been used as an herbal pain reliever.