For Microscopy Research Only
Few strains carry as much weight in the field of mycology as Penis Envy. A cornerstone of advanced Psilocybe cubensis research, this strain has redefined how genetic isolation and phenotypic refinement can yield structurally unique and behaviorally consistent mushrooms. What began as a curious anomaly in the Amazon jungle has since evolved into one of the most pivotal strains in modern spore lineage development.
Our Penis Envy spore syringe (Melmac variant) offers a sterile, research-grade 10mL solution derived from carefully maintained genetics. This is more than just a syringe — it’s a portal into decades of genetic selection, experimental breeding, and spore behavior rarely seen in other cubensis.
Species: Psilocybe cubensis
Subtype: Penis Envy – Melmac Line
Spore Color: Dark purple-black
Volume: 10mL (sterile)
Includes: Syringe + sterile needle
Best Use: Microscopy, genetic comparison, lineage tracing
Storage: Refrigerate immediately; optimal viability for 10–12 months
The Penis Envy mushroom strain is widely attributed to Terrence McKenna’s Amazonian collections. However, its unique morphology — short, bulbous stems and small, wrinkled caps — didn’t arise through chance alone. The strain underwent multiple rounds of isolation under the guidance of Dr. Steven Pollock and later enthusiasts, giving rise to the Melmac lineage: a phenotype stabilized to consistently exhibit the high-density tissue and low spore production that define Penis Envy today.
This reduced sporulation, while frustrating for cultivators, reveals something remarkable under the microscope: spores that tend to cluster tightly and exhibit thicker cell walls, making them ideal for high-contrast viewing. The Melmac variant in particular is known for its consistency in producing distinguishable features across microscopy samples — a rarity in the world of cubensis.
Perhaps most fascinating is Penis Envy’s role in spawning entire lines of hybrid and novel strains. Its potent genetic backbone has made it a parent strain in numerous famous crosses, including:
APE (Albino Penis Envy) – A cross with a leucistic cubensis, yielding ghost-white fruiting bodies with PE structure
Tidal Wave – A hybrid between Penis Envy and B+ or Cambodian genetics, known for extremely unique fruit morphologies
PE Uncut, PE6, and Homestead PE – Each offering modified expressions of the original PE traits
Trinity Mushroom – A three-way fusion involving PE, Tidal Wave, and Aztec God, resulting in vigorous but spore-rich progeny
These strains exist not in isolation but as genetic branches that carry the fingerprint of Penis Envy’s dense, mutation-prone DNA. Under the microscope, one can often trace the lineage by observing cluster formation, spore wall thickness, and uniformity.
Preparing a slide from this Penis Envy spore syringe offers insight into one of the most finely tuned expressions of cubensis genetics. Researchers commonly note:
Sporadic dispersal patterns due to low spore yield
Tightly clustered, ovoid spores
Thickened cell walls
Rare pigment variation near maturity
For lineage studies or strain comparison, Penis Envy serves as a control sample for high-potency crosses, offering a foundation from which deviations can be understood and tracked.
This product is sold for microscopy and research use only. By purchasing, you affirm you are at least 18 years old and understand your local laws. We reserve the right to cancel orders from restricted regions.
At Lab Link Supply, we believe in sourcing not just spores — but lineage. Every Penis Envy syringe is prepared with a focus on genetic clarity, sterility, and customer transparency. We cater to serious researchers who recognize the depth these genetics bring to the microscope.
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