Psilocybe allenii
Borovička, Rockefeller & Werner 2012
Common Names
Description
Related to P. cyanescens but with a regular, convex cap, not wavy. Common in urban environments.
Ecology
Saprophytic on wood and leaf litter, often eucalyptus.
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Alkaloid Profile (% Dry Weight)
Sources
Borovička et al. 2012
Habitat and Ecology
Geographic Distribution
⚠️ Lookalike Species
Confusion with these species can be dangerous or fatal. Always consult an expert mycologist.
menu_book Scientific References
- Borovička, Rockefeller & Werner 2012
Cultivation Biology & Master Overview
Genetic sister of P. cyanescens officially described in 2012, Psilocybe allenii colonizes wood chips with enormous vigor, distinguished by its regular convex caramel-colored caps and its predilection for eucalyptus, oak and alder chips in cool humid climates.
Step-by-Step Cultivation Manual (Inoculation to Harvest)
The full phase-by-phase chronological protocol (grain colonization, bulk mixing, fruiting induction, harvesting and flushes) and expert grower secrets are available in the Master Cultivation Guide.
