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The History of Magic Mushrooms & Psilocybin

Posted by Spore Genetics Research Team on May 22nd 2023

The History of Magic Mushrooms & Psilocybin Magic mushrooms have been part of human culture for thousands of years—used in ancient rituals across the world, scientifically decoded in the 20 … read more

Golden Teacher Mushrooms: The Classic Cubensis Strain

Posted by Spore Genetics Research Team on May 18th 2023

Golden Teacher Mushrooms: The Classic Cubensis Strain Golden Teacher is one of the most iconic and beloved strains of Psilocybe cubensis — instantly recognized by its golden-capped appearance a … read more

Chicken of the Woods: Identification, Look-Alikes & How to Grow It

Posted by Spore Genetics Research Team on May 17th 2023

Chicken of the Woods: Identification, Look-Alikes & How to Grow It Chicken of the woods (Laetiporus) is one of the most recognizable wild edible mushrooms—a vivid orange-and-yellow shelf fu … read more

Shiitake Mushrooms: Benefits, Cooking & How to Grow Them

Posted by Spore Genetics Research Team on May 15th 2023

Shiitake Mushrooms: Benefits, Cooking & How to Grow Them Shiitake mushrooms (Lentinula edodes) are one of the world's most popular and widely cultivated gourmet mushrooms, prized for their rich, … read more

Penis Envy Mushrooms: The Famous Cubensis Strain

Posted by Spore Genetics Research Team on May 14th 2023

Penis Envy Mushrooms: The Famous Cubensis Strain Penis Envy is one of the most famous and distinctive strains of Psilocybe cubensis, instantly recognizable by its thick, dense, bulbous shape. It has … read more

Galerina marginata: The Deadly Psilocybe Look-Alike

Posted by Spore Genetics Research Team on May 14th 2023

Galerina marginata: The Deadly Psilocybe Look-Alike Galerina marginata — commonly called the funeral bell or autumn skullcap — is a small brown wood-rotting mushroom that contains the sam … read more