Mycological Encyclopedia
A journey to the heart of the kingdom of psychoactive fungi, magic truffles and adaptogenic mushrooms, where curiosity meets knowledge. This section is a guide to exploring the many facets of these fascinating organisms: from the rigor of their biology and life cycle, to the impact of psychoactive species and the properties of functional fungi.
Here you will find a complete source of information, designed for the curious and for mycology lovers.
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The evolutionary enigma of psilocybin
Published : 2025-12-29 | Categories : Mycological EncyclopediaPsilocybin does not belong to just one fungus. It appears in species separated by millions of years of evolution. This article explores how biology found (and shared) the same solution again and again.
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Key differences between magic truffles and psychedelic mushrooms
Published : 2025-12-10 | Categories : Mycological EncyclopediaAre magic truffles and mushrooms the same? Both are born from the same mycelium, but they are distinguished by three factors: their biological function, their potency, and, most surprisingly, their legality.
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History of the Albino Penis Envy (APE) strain
Published : 2025-10-23 | Categories : Mycological EncyclopediaHow did a self-taught mycologist accidentally create one of the most iconic strains of Psilocybe cubensis? The surprising story of Albino Penis Envy blends folklore, tragedy, and that classic “just out of curiosity.”
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Benefits and Properties of Lion's Mane
Published : 2025-08-22 | Categories : Mycological EncyclopediaDiscover Lion's Mane, a mushroom rich in hericenones and erinacines that supports memory, the immune system, digestion, and emotional wellbeing.
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Therapeutic applications of psilocybin
Published : 2025-07-31 | Categories : Mycological Encyclopedia , NewsPsilocybin has gone from being a banned drug to a promising clinical tool. We explore how it is redefining the treatment of disorders such as depression, anxiety and addiction.
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Psilocybin: what it is, how it works and what effects it has
Published : 2025-07-24 | Categories : Mycological EncyclopediaExplore what psilocybin is, how it is transformed into psilocin, and what experiences it can cause in the mind, body, and perception according to current neuroscience.
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Enigma, the mysterious and unique Psilocybe fungus
Published : 2025-07-05 | Categories : Mycological EncyclopediaNeither strain nor mushroom, Enigma is an anomaly of Psilocybe cubensis that escapes conventional classifications and fascinates growers and psychonauts alike. Find out what makes it so unique.
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Complete guide to psychoactive mushrooms
Published : 2025-05-14 | Categories : Mycological EncyclopediaDiscover the main genera and species of hallucinogenic mushrooms, classified according to their active compounds. An essential guide to psychoactive mushrooms.
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The life cycle of fungi
Published : 2025-04-29 | Categories : Mycological EncyclopediaDiscover the fascinating stages in the life cycle of fungi, from spores to fruiting. Everything you need to know, explained here.









