Psilocybe Cyanescens Wavy Cap Spore Print

Description

Psilocybe cyanescens: The Wavy Cap Mushroom

The Psilocybe cyanescens, commonly known as the Wavy Cap mushroom, is renowned for its distinctive wavy cap margins and potent psychoactive properties. First described by British mycologist Elsie Wakefield in 1946, this species has become a subject of interest among mycologists due to its unique morphological features and widespread distribution in temperate regions.

Our Psilocybe cyanescens Spore Print offers a high-quality, sterile sample ideal for microscopic examination and taxonomic studies. Each print is meticulously prepared on sterile aluminum foil to ensure purity and viability.​

🔬 Product Specifications

• Species: Psilocybe cyanescens

• Common Name: Wavy Cap

• Spore Color: Dark purplish-brown

• Print Medium: Sterile aluminum foil

• Intended Use: Microscopy and taxonomic research

• Storage: Store in a cool, dry, and dark place; refrigeration recommended for optimal longevity ​

Origins and Discovery

Psilocybe cyanescens was first identified in the United Kingdom, with specimens collected from Kew Gardens. Since then, it has been found in various parts of the world, including North America and Europe, often thriving in woodchip mulch beds and other lignin-rich substrates. Its ability to colonize urban environments has contributed to its widespread presence and study.​

Unique Features

Cap

The cap of Psilocybe cyanescens ranges from 1.5 to 5 cm in diameter, initially convex, becoming wavy in maturity—a hallmark feature of the species. The cap is hygrophanous, exhibiting a caramel to chestnut-brown color when moist, fading to a pale buff upon drying. It bruises blue when damaged, indicating the presence of psychoactive compounds.​

Stem

Stems measure 4 to 9 cm in length and 0.25 to 0.8 cm in thickness, cylindrical, and covered with silvery fibers. They bruise blue-green upon handling, a characteristic feature of psilocybin-containing mushrooms.​

Gills

The gills are moderately crowded, broadly attached to the stem or notched. They start as pale tan, developing dark spots, and eventually turn completely dark purple-brown as spores mature. The gills readily bruise blue when touched or damaged.​

Mycological Significance

Psilocybe cyanescens is esteemed for its potent psychoactive properties, attributed to its high psilocybin and psilocin content. Its distinctive morphology, particularly the wavy cap margins, makes it a subject of interest for taxonomic studies. The species’ adaptability to urban environments and wood-rich substrates has facilitated its spread and accessibility for research purposes.​

Why Choose Our Psilocybe cyanescens Spore Print?

• Sterile Preparation: Each spore print is produced in a controlled environment to ensure contamination-free samples.

• High Viability: Our prints are known for their dense spore deposits, facilitating detailed microscopic analysis.

• Educational Value: Ideal for academic research, taxonomy, and microscopy enthusiasts seeking to study a unique Psilocybe species.​

Legal Notice

This Psilocybe cyanescens Spore Print is intended strictly for microscopy and educational research. Cultivation of psilocybin-containing species is illegal in several U.S. states. By purchasing, you affirm that you are at least 18 years old and will comply with all local laws and regulations.​

Enhance your mycological studies with the Psilocybe cyanescens Spore Print—a distinctive and potent specimen for advanced research.

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