Black Cap Natalensis Isolated Spore Syringe – 10cc | Spore Genetics

Psilocybe ochraceocentrata | Exotic Isolate from South Africa’s Subtropics

The Black Cap Natalensis Isolated Spore Syringe features a rare spore lineage traced back to the KwaZulu-Natal grasslands of South Africa. This Psilocybe ochraceocentrata strain—collected in the 1990s—thrives in warm, manured pastures and is prized for its unique appearance, delicate mycelium, and need for high fresh air exchange. Now isolated and stabilized by Spore Genetics, it offers a window into an exotic magic mushroom species.

Strain Background:

Species: Psilocybe ochraceocentrata

Variety: Black Cap Natalensis

Origin: KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa (1990s collection)

Environment: Subtropical grasslands with rich manure content

Spore Color: Deep purplish-brown / near-black

Notable Traits:

· Smooth, off-white stems that bruise bluish-green

· Minimal veil remnants

· Glossy dark caps and tall arched growth

* Requires high fresh air exchange—great for mycelial behavior studies *

Microscopy Features:

✔ 10cc of high-density isolated spores

✔ Sterilized in an ISO-7 certified cleanroom

✔ Unique phenotype preserved from wild South African genetics

✔ Packaged with sterile 16-gauge needle + alcohol prep pad

Recommended Substrate:

· 5-grain mix or rye grain spawn

· Horse manure-based casing recommended to simulate native environment

What You’ll Receive:

One (1) 10cc Black Cap Natalensis Isolated Spores

One (1) sterile needle (16G, Luer-Lock)

One (1) alcohol prep pad

Clear "How to Use a Spore Syringe" guide

Please Note:
This product is intended for microscopy and taxonomy research only. Cultivation is illegal in many jurisdictions.