Description

What is Psilocybe Mexicana: Jalisco Strain?

Psilocybe Mexicana ‘Jalisco strain’ is a rare and unique variety of magic mushrooms known for producing psilocybin-enriched sclerotia or “magic truffles.” Found between Guadalajara and Talpa in Mexico, this strain holds historical significance as it was rediscovered by Roger Heim in 1956 and subsequently used by Dr. Albert Hoffman in the first isolation of psilocybin and psilocin. The Aztecs called this mushroom “flesh of the gods” or Teonanacatl, using it in their sacred rituals.

Some fascinating aspects of the Jalisco strain include:

• It grows in well-manured pastures but never directly on the dung, typically found among grass in horse or cattle pastures.
• The strain thrives in subtropical climates with temperatures ranging from 65F to 80F.
• Cultivation of the Jalisco strain is somewhat difficult and can be grown on substrates like rye berries, equine dung, or rye grass seed.
• Although the Jalisco strain is a poor sclerotia producer, it is an excellent fruiter. Psilocybe Mexicana ‘Strain A’ is a better choice for sclerotia production.
• The strain played a significant role in the psychedelic craze of the 1960s in the United States, thanks to the 1957 Life magazine article that spread knowledge about magic mushrooms and their use in traditional healing practices.

The Psilocybe Mexicana ‘Jalisco strain’ is a historically significant and fascinating magic mushroom variety known for producing magic truffles. It’s unique properties and cultural significance make this strain an intriguing subject for those interested in magic mushrooms and their effects on human consciousness.

What is Sclerotia?

Sclerotia are hardened masses of hyphae serving as survival structures for certain fungi. These compacted mats allow fungi to withstand adverse environmental conditions for extended periods, remaining viable even without suitable hosts or favorable growth conditions. Sclerotia are crucial in understanding fungi’s life cycle, reproduction, and application in various domains, such as food, medicine, and agriculture.

Key features of sclerotia include:

1. Composition: A dense, dark shell with thick cells surrounding a core of thin, colorless cells.
2. Rich in emergency supplies: Contains a high concentration of oil and a small amount (5–10%) of water, enabling survival in dry environments for several years.
3. Shape and size: Can be rounded, flattened, or irregular and vary in size from just a few cells to many.
4. Germination potential: Capable of producing large quantities of hyphae or conidia, making them a primary source of fungal inoculum in the field.

Overview of Psilocybe Mexicana Jalisco Liquid Culture

The Psilocybe Mexicana Jalisco Liquid Culture syringe, or LC, is perfect for your home mushroom research. It replaces Psilocybe Mexicana Jalisco spore syringes by providing a guaranteed experience without concern of nongermination or contamination. This product will also speed up your project by two to four weeks over using spores!

This easy-to-use syringe is pre-filled with a living mycelium suspended in a nutrient broth of the famous Mexicana Jalisco mushroom strain. You can begin researching the mushrooms immediately! In addition, our liquid culture syringes are made from high-end isolations that will speed your research efforts up to run much faster than our spores!

Product Volume: 10 Milliliters

Ingredients: Thick Spores brand mushroom liquid culture syringes are made with 100% natural ingredients and are non-toxic.

Culture media: Extra Light Malt Extract or Potato Dextrose for maximum shelf life and protection from senescence.

Advantages of Liquid Culture over Psilocybe Mexicana Spores

A liquid culture syringe has a significant advantage over a spore syringe in terms of the time you do not have to wait for germination. A liquid culture syringe will save you weeks to months in your endeavor. Another advantage is that liquid cultures can be advanced genetic isolates outperforming spores. Thick Spores sells only genetically isolated LC. Although LC syringes cost more than spore syringes, the benefits far outweigh the cost.

Usage

1. Prepare the work area: Before you begin, ensure your workspace is clean and sanitized. You will need a clean surface to rest the syringe on and safe disposal for any used materials.
2. Handle the syringe with care to avoid any accidental spills or contamination.
3. Prepare the solution: Open the mushroom liquid culture syringe and ensure the aqueous solution is clear, other than the mycelium. If the aqueous solution is cloudy, discard it and start with a new one.
4. Prepare a microscopy slide or sanitize the area to be penetrated by the dispensing needle.
5. Dispense a small amount of the solution onto a microscopy slide, or inject 1 milliliter into the container you will use through a self-healing injection port.

Tips and Tricks for successful usage:

• Always be as clean as possible.
• Wear clean clothing.
• Practice good oral hygiene.
• Wear new gloves every time.
• Wipe all surfaces, including gloves, with disinfectant.
• Do not introduce un-sanitized items into a sanitized work area.

Shelf Life & Storage

Liquid Culture syringes have a shelf life of approximately three months before the nutrient broth becomes depleted of nutrients. Therefore, you must either use the LC before three months or transfer the mycelium in the syringe to a new and sterile medium with fresh nutrients.

Disclaimer: All products on this website are intended for lawful research purposes only. Psilocybin Mushroom Liquid Cultures do not contain psilocybin. This product is not intended for human consumption. Any pictures of mushrooms are for educational purposes only. No mushrooms are included with this product.

Please thoroughly research your local laws regarding mushroom cultivation or contact competent legal counsel. In addition, be aware that the cultivation of psilocybin-containing mushrooms is still illegal according to the United States federal government under the Controlled Substances Act.