Psilocybe azurescens
Stamets & Gartz 1995
Common Names
Description
The most potent known Psilocybe species, native to the coastal areas of the Pacific Northwest in the United States.
Ecology
Primary degrader of wood and coastal grasses.
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Alkaloid Profile (% Dry Weight)
Sources
Stamets & Gartz 1995
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
- Stamets & Gartz 1995
Cultivation Biology & Master Overview
Psilocybe azurescens ("Flying Saucers"), native to the coastal dunes of the Columbia River in Oregon, holds the record for potency within the Psilocybe genus. It is a strictly autumn-winter lignicolous species: it does not bear fruit in temperate indoor monotubs because it needs the soil microbiota and night frosts of 4-10°C to activate its fruiting.
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.
