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Types of Magic Mushrooms: A Guide to Psilocybe Species

Posted by Spore Genetics Research Team on May 8th 2023

Types of Magic Mushrooms: A Guide to Psilocybe Species "Magic mushrooms" isn't one mushroom—it's a broad group of psilocybin-producing species, most of them in the genus Psilocybe, with over 10 … read more

Psilocybe Cubensis: Identification, Habitat & Facts

Posted by Spore Genetics Research Team on May 8th 2023

Psilocybe Cubensis: Identification, Habitat & Facts Psilocybe cubensis is the most widely known and studied psilocybin mushroom species in the world. A dung-loving mushroom of warm, humid regions … read more

Panaeolus Cyanescens (Blue Meanie): ID & Facts

Posted by Spore Genetics Research Team on May 8th 2023

Panaeolus Cyanescens (Blue Meanie): Identification & Facts Panaeolus cyanescens—commonly called the "Blue Meanie"—is a tropical and subtropical grassland mushroom known for its slende … read more

Morel Mushrooms: ID, Season, Look-Alikes & Cooking

Posted by Spore Genetics Research Team on May 8th 2023

Morel Mushrooms: Identification, Season, Look-Alikes & Cooking Morel mushrooms (Morchella) are one of the most prized wild mushrooms in the world, famous for their honeycomb-textured caps and ric … read more

Psilocybe Azurescens (Flying Saucer): ID & Habitat

Posted by Spore Genetics Research Team on May 7th 2023

Psilocybe Azurescens (Flying Saucer): Identification & Habitat Psilocybe azurescens—nicknamed the "flying saucer" mushroom for its distinctive wavy, saucer-shaped cap—is a wood-loving … read more

Liberty Cap (Psilocybe Semilanceata): ID & Habitat

Posted by Spore Genetics Research Team on Apr 29th 2023

Liberty Cap (Psilocybe Semilanceata): Identification & Habitat The liberty cap (Psilocybe semilanceata) is one of the most widely recognized wild mushrooms in the world, famous for its distinctiv … read more