This article also provides a clear visual overview of how modern growkits are constructed and how they function. It helps readers understand what components are included in a typical kit, how enthusiasts in countries where cultivation is legal usually work with them, and which environmental factors influence substrate stability during storage. In addition, anyone interested in other research-grade varieties — such as Mazatapec, Mexican or McKennaii — will find additional information to help choose the most suitable kit for microscopy or academic study.
Visual overview of the Golden Teacher growkit (updated version)
Below is a visual presentation of the current-generation Golden Teacher growkit. It is not a cultivation manual. Instead, it illustrates the structure of the kit, the elements included, and the layout of its packaging. Many customers simply want to compare different growkit formats before selecting one for research, microscopy or educational goals.
Information about Growkits: Golden Teacher, Mazatapec, McKennaii, Mexican and more
In numerous countries, growkits are sold legally as research materials intended for microscopy, taxonomy, mycology education and scientific analysis. The kits contain substrate colonised by mycelium, but the legal status of cultivation differs significantly across jurisdictions.
In Poland, possessing and selling growkits is legal. However, cultivation and possession of psilocybin-producing mushroom fruiting bodies is strictly prohibited. Allowing the substrate to form mushrooms is illegal and may result in criminal liability. A regularly updated overview of international regulations is available here: legal status of psilocybin mushrooms.
Theoretical overview of how enthusiasts approach growkits (not instructions)
Growkits attract researchers interested in mycology, fungal biology, microscopy and structural documentation. In countries where cultivation is legal (e.g., certain U.S. states, Austria, Samoa), discussions often revolve around topics such as:
- how to store a growkit correctly before analysis,
- how temperature, airflow and humidity theoretically influence mycelium behaviour,
- how substrate morphology differs between strains like Golden Teacher, B+, Mazatapec or Mexican,
- what the biological lifecycle of mycelium looks like from a research perspective.
These theoretical areas provide valuable context for mycological education and for building responsible, well-informed attitudes toward psychoactive organisms. Even in countries where cultivation is legal, working with mycelium demands precision, sterility and scientific understanding.
Why understanding the theory matters
Theoretical knowledge is relevant everywhere — regardless of local legality — because it helps researchers understand:
- how fungal organisms grow and adapt,
- which contamination risks are most common,
- how mycelium reacts to varying environmental conditions,
- what differentiates strains such as Golden Teacher, Mazatapec or McKennaii,
- why improper handling can permanently damage the substrate.
These aspects are essential for general mycological education and are not practical instructions for producing illegal substances.
Important legal and safety notice
All content on psychodelicroom.pl is educational, research-oriented and designed to present theoretical knowledge. We strongly advise against using any substances that affect consciousness, as all psychoactive compounds carry risks. In particular, we advise against cultivating mushrooms from growkits in countries where it is illegal — including Poland — as this may result in criminal charges. We recommend disposing of any growkit purchased from us within 72 hours of delivery.
