Fungi.org Blog Page

Our Blog page is where we present thoughts, stories, cultivation methods and various interesting experiments we want to share. We will also introduce more advanced growing techniques which will expand your cultivation options beyond the scope offered in the course, and allow you to experiment. Be more creative and bring out the mad scientist in you!

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Understanding the magic of the mushrooms
Psychology and Psychedelics
DM Tripson

Do we use the right words when talking about magic mushrooms?

People who know the true meaning of “psychedelic” are still few and far between. In all likelihood, most think of it as that time in the ‘60s when so many young people enjoyed consuming hallucinogens, and the social phenomenon which influenced art music and culture for so many years – the so-called “Psychedelic Movement”.

enigma-cubensis
Mushroom Cultivation Tips
badmorels

Growing the Amazing Enigma Cubensis Blob Mutation

The aptly named “Enigma” strain of cubensis has a fascinating story behind it. This strain is a blob mutation that does not sporulate. It’s eternally stuck living across a single generation, through clones. If that isn’t enough to get you going, then wail till you see the pictures.

Magic Mushrooms for body and soul
Psychology and Psychedelics
Dr. Silly Ciby (PhD, LSD)

Magic Mushrooms for your Body and Soul

Psilocybin mushrooms contain a substance that, when ingested, changes our cognition and perceptions. Research in recent years has found that psilocybin can provide people with experiences imbued with lasting personal meaning. On this basis it is used to treat conditions involving depression and emotional distress.

How to make magic mushroom honey
Magic Mushroom Edible Recipes
funguy

How to Make Magic Mushroom Honey

Once you have a grown a bunch of magic mushrooms, there are many ways to cook, extract and enjoy their goodness. One of our favorite concoctions is what we fondly call “Magic Honey” – honey infused with fresh, chopped up Psilocybe Cubensis mushrooms.

Albino Magic Mushroom Flush
New to Mushroom Cultivation
funguy

Which Shrooms Should I Grow First?

With all the different varieties of magic mushrooms spores available today, you might be asking yourself, which shrooms should I grow? Join us as we dive into genus Psilocybe.

Temperatures for Growing Mushrooms
Mushroom Cultivation Tips
funguy

Regulating Grow Room Temperatures

Psilocybe cubensis mushrooms and mycelium are generally the happiest between 22°C – 27°C or 70°F – 80°F. While they will grow in colder temperatures, their growth rates will be be far from nominal, and not ideal for cultivation.

Petri Dish Colonizing
New to Mushroom Cultivation
funguy

Spore Syringes & Liquid Culture Syringes

As you begin your cultivation journey, you may hear references to “spore syringes” and “liquid culture syringes”. The difference between the two may be confusing, this post clarifies things!

Magic Mushroom Tea
Magic Mushroom Edible Recipes
funguy

How to Make Magic Mushroom Tea

One of our favorite methods of consuming fresh or dry magic mushrooms is by drinking them in a tea. You can add sugar to the tea to make it sweeter and more palatable.