Mushroom Blog
Psychedelics and Judaism: A New Spiritual Path?
Explore the intersection of psychedelics and Judaism, uncovering a new spiritual path that challenges traditional beliefs and fosters deeper connections.
New Psilocybe Mushrooms in Africa: What to Know?
What Are Psilocybe Mushrooms?
Belonging to the genus Psilocybe, these mushrooms contain psychoactive compounds such as psilocybin and psilocin, wh...
How Do Fungi Reproduce? A Look at Their Unique Methods
🍄 Fungi reproduce through both asexual and sexual methods, allowing them to adapt to different environmental conditions efficiently.
🌱 Asexual re...
How to Use CVG Substrate for Mushrooms?
Understanding CVG Substrate for Mushroom Growing
CVG substrate—composed of Coco Coir, Vermiculite, and Gypsum—is one of the most effective and use...
Best Gifts for Beginner Mushroom Growers?
Best Gifts for Beginner Mushroom Growers
Mushroom cultivation is a fascinating and sustainable hobby that has gained immense popularity among foo...
Best Mushrooms for Oak Logs - What Grows Best?
🍄 Oak is one of the best woods for mushroom cultivation due to its slow decay rate and excellent nutrient retention.
🛠️ Shiitake, Reishi, Lion’s ...
Chicken of the Woods: Can You Eat This Wild Mushroom?
Chicken of the Woods: Can You Eat This Wild Mushroom?
Chicken of the woods (Laetiporus spp.) is a prized find for mushroom enthusiasts and forager...
Mushroom Fruiting Block Kit: How Does It Work?
🍄 Mushroom fruiting block kits provide a simple, low-maintenance way to grow mushrooms at home with minimal risk of contamination.
🌱 Substrates li...
Reishi Mushroom Coffee: Should You Try It?
What Are Reishi Mushrooms?
Reishi mushrooms (Ganoderma lucidum) have been a staple in Eastern medicine for over two millennia, often referred to a...
Black Trumpet Mushrooms: How to Find & Cook Them
What Are Black Trumpet Mushrooms?
Black trumpet mushrooms belong to the Craterellus genus and are easily identifiable by their dark, vase-like sha...
Telluride Mushroom Festival: Should You Go?
The Telluride Mushroom Festival is a must-attend event for anyone fascinated by fungi, bringing together mycologists, chefs, environmentalists, an...
UK Psychedelic Research: Is Red Tape Holding It Back?
🧠 UK psychedelic research is hindered by Schedule 1 drug classification, which limits scientific studies.
💊 Countries like the US, Canada, and Au...
Instagram Censorship: Is It Silencing Psychedelics?
Instagram’s increasing censorship of psychedelic-related content has become a major concern for influencers, businesses, and educators in the space...
Psychedelics: Are 'Bad Trips' Actually Good for You?
🎭 Nearly 70% of psilocybin users experience shame or guilt during their trip, yet these emotions are linked to improved well-being.
🧠 Psychologica...
Psychedelic Church Shut Down: What Happened?
The recent shutdown of Ambrosia’s Door, a psychedelic church in San Francisco, has reignited debates about religious freedom, entheogenic sacrame...
Lion’s Mane Benefits: Is It Worth the Hype?
🧠 Lion’s Mane mushrooms promote neurogenesis by stimulating Nerve Growth Factor (NGF), potentially aiding memory and cognition.
🩺 Studies suggest ...
Are Mushrooms a Sustainable Meat Alternative?
🌱 Mushroom farming requires significantly less water, land, and energy than traditional livestock farming.
🌍 Mycoprotein production generates fewe...
Largest LSD Collection: What's Inside?
🎨 Mark McCloud owns the world's largest LSD collection, featuring over 30,000 pieces of blotter art.
🏛️ His San Francisco home serves as a museum...
Mycelium vs Fruiting Body: Which is Better?
🍄 Fruiting bodies contain significantly higher levels of beta-glucans, key compounds for immune health.
🌱 Mycelium-based supplements may contain g...
Black-Owned Psychedelic Church: What to Know?
🌿 Oakland’s decriminalization of entheogens in 2019 paved the way for the first Black-owned psychedelic church, Akoma.
🧠 Studies suggest that psil...
Are Psychonauts Less Afraid of Death?
🧠 A 2025 study found that regular psychedelic users report significantly lower levels of death anxiety due to experiences of ego dissolution and d...
LSD and Isolation Tanks: What’s the Connection?
LSD and Isolation Tanks: The Mind-Bending Experiments of John C. Lilly
Few scientists have explored the boundaries of human consciousness as boldl...
Psilocybin Rescheduling: Who Benefits?
💊 Compass Pathways is lobbying for psilocybin rescheduling in Colorado and Virginia with a focus on its synthetic psilocybin product, COMP360.
⚠️...
New Psilocybe Mushroom: Snowball Strain?
🍄 The Snowball strain is a newly developed Psilocybe mushroom with an unconventional, blob-like structure.
⚡ Developed by Pope Joseph, this strain...
Psychedelic Use: Can It Help Autistic Adults?
🧠 A recent study suggests that psychedelic use may help autistic adults reduce distress and improve social engagement.
💊 Researchers found that L...
Species Spotlight: Shiitake Mushrooms — Benefits, Cultivation, and Culinary Applications
What Makes Shiitake Mushrooms Unique
Shiitake mushrooms (Lentinula edodes) are among the most beloved and widely consumed edible mushrooms in the w...
Ketamine for OCD: A Breakthrough Treatment?
🧠 A new study suggests ketamine may significantly reduce OCD symptoms within hours.
💊 60% of participants in the study experienced a 50% or greate...
Psychedelic Funding 2024: What Happened?
📉 Psychedelic funding in 2024 hit an all-time low, with $0 million raised across private and public companies.
🏛️ Regulatory uncertainty and econ...
Compass Psychedelics Strategy: Fair or Monopoly?
Compass Pathways has positioned itself as a leading player in the psychedelic medicine industry, focusing on psilocybin rescheduling in key states...
Psychedelic Bills 2025: What’s Changing?
The Resurgence of Psychedelic Drug Reform
The 2025 legislative session has seen a remarkable surge in psychedelic policy reforms, with over three ...