Psylocybin in palliative treatment is another area of medicine where psychedelics are beginning to make scientists think more about these substances. Palliative care is the last stop before death, the moment when we already know that no drugs will help and the end is imminent. Unfortunately, patients in palliative wards are often marginalized. This is usually due to a lack of health care resources. People there die of disease, pain, but they also die of loneliness, in deep depression and terror. But does it have to be that way? Is there any way to do this?
Psylocybin in palliative treatment
How to prevent fungal growth on the sides and bottom of the growkit
When you begin working with a mushroom growkit at home — whether it’s a Golden Teacher growkit, Mazatapec growkit, or any other variety — you may start noticing something unusual as the substrate develops. Instead of forming only on the top surface of the mycelium block, small mushroom primordia (known as pins) begin appearing along the sides and even underneath the substrate where it touches the plastic container.
These tiny pins are the earliest stage of the mushroom’s growth cycle — the same stage we discussed in our guide on the life cycle of magic mushrooms. In a perfectly balanced environment, pins typically form across the exposed surface of the substrate. However, as the growkit matures, the mycelium naturally shrinks and pulls away from the container walls. This creates narrow gaps that trap humidity, stay shaded, and offer a stable microclimate. Because mushrooms instinctively grow where conditions are most favourable, these “hidden zones” often become more attractive than the open top of the cake.
Seeing pins on the sides or bottom of a growkit may be surprising at first, but it’s a common observation among researchers and hobbyists who study the behaviour of mycelium in controlled environments. In fact, side pinning is one of the key indicators that the substrate is actively searching for the best possible humidity and light conditions. Understanding why this happens is the first step in preventing more complex growkit issues such as compressed mushrooms, excessive moisture pockets or contamination risks.
How to store growkit?
The concept of growkit is sometimes magical to us, not only because of its properties, but also we are not entirely familiar with the very process of operating it and how it should be handled. To disenchant the term growkit - we have a handful of information for you to better understand how to properly store growkit.
How to prepare for a psychedelic journey? That is, everything you need to know about set & setting.
If you have decided to become a psychonaut and embark on the path of psychedelic experiences - you need to educate yourself well for this journey. This is not easy if you want to fully exploit the potential of psilocybin mushrooms. Preparations for the trip are referred to as set & setting. Set is short for mindset, which translates to "way of thinking," and setting is the whole setting of the place where we choose to go.
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How to store magic mushrooms
Mushrooms containing psilocybin are increasingly popular in many cultures and subcultures, but many people do not know how to store magic mushrooms to preserve their quality and effectiveness. In this article, we will learn some important tips for storing psilocybionic mushrooms to ensure maximum freshness and quality, and discuss what can affect their degradation.
Psilocybin mushrooms - a compedium of knowledge for beginners
Magic psilocybin mushrooms are a subject that has always generated much controversy and fascination. Their effect on the human mind is extremely interesting and raises many questions that scientists are still seeking answers to. In this article, we will look at several species of magic mushrooms, more specifically, psilocybin mushrooms such as psilocybe cubensis, lanceolate coot, and toadstools.
Flytrap - Amanita Muscaria - what is this mushroom?
The flytrap, or hallucinogenic mushroom, is one of the most well-known and popular psychedelic agents. For centuries, people have been consuming toadstools for psychedelic experiences, and their effects on human consciousness and perception are extremely interesting. In this article, we will discuss the history of consuming toadstools, their chemical structure, and the potential benefits and risks of taking them. We will also present current research on toadstools and their use in therapy and other fields.
Are psilocybin mushrooms safe?
350 million people worldwide suffer from depression. Are we approaching a tipping point, or are we already at one? What role do psilocybin mushrooms play in this?
Has my growkit gone moldy?
If you're asking yourself this question, you've come to the right place. We will try to dispel your doubts. Not everyone is a professional right away, and learning the ins and outs of mycology takes a lot of time and experience. We usually associate mold with a green or white fluffy substance, but recognizing it at first glance is not so obvious to the amateur mushroom wrangler.
How to collect multiple casts from one growkit
If this article has caught your eye, then surely (outside of Poland where growing psilocybin mushrooms is illegal and which we strongly discourage), you have encountered a situation in which, after the first or second throw, your mycelium "died", became moldy. In this article, we will try to help you reduce the likelihood of such a situation in the future.
Microdosing a form of medication for anxiety disorders?
Treatment with psychedelics such as LSD or through magic mushrooms began in Western civilization in the 1950s, reaching a climax in the 1960s. Unfortunately, research on these substances was abruptly interrupted 10 years later by politicians. Until now, when the psychedelic renaissance is returning.
Psychedelic Alphabet
Psychedelic Alphabet is a small lexicon of psychedelic knowledge. We have collected the basic buzzwords that every traveler should know. And if you're not a traveler or explorer, but an open-minded person, look into reading that too. Knowledge always enriches. The topics covered in this article are already covered quite extensively on our blog or are likely to be soon.
What is grow kit?
Until recently, the term was virtually unused in Poland. However, the world is changing, we are changing and so is our worldview. The use of plant medicine, in which we see hope for our health and the future of the planet, is becoming increasingly popular. What is a growkit?
How and when to pick Magic Mushrooms
On online forums, the question of what is a good time to pick mushrooms often arises. Users paste photos asking if the fruiting bodies of the mushroom, in one state or another, are ready for harvest. It is not uncommon to also come across a question regarding. The effect of the method of harvesting mushrooms on their potency. We even encountered the statement that the harvesting moment has no effect on power.... nothing could be further from the truth.
Where psilocybin mushrooms are legal
The legal status of nationals' relationships with psilocybin mushrooms varies around the world. It is important to know the legal status of hallucinogenic mushrooms in your country. This knowledge avoids serious legal consequences. Psilocybin and psilocin are listed as Schedule I drugs of the 1971 United Nations Convention on Psychotropic Substances. Drugs on this list are defined as drugs with a high potential for abuse or drugs that have no recognized medical uses, identical in Poland.
Legalization of psychedelics
The legalization of psychedelics is an increasingly popular topic of discussion and public debate. Psychedelics are a group of chemicals that cause changes in perception, mood and consciousness. Many of these substances, such as LSD, psilocybin and DMT, were used traditionally in Native American and African cultures for spiritual and therapeutic purposes.
Which growkit to choose for the first time?
Magic mushrooms are an unusual tool – and also a topic surrounded by myths, emotions and legal nuances. On our website you will find many different strains, which can make the first choice confusing. If you are wondering which growkit to choose for the first time, this guide will help you understand the basic differences between popular strains such as B+, Mexican and Golden Teacher. Keep in mind, however, that psilocybin mushroom fruiting bodies are banned in Poland, while possession of the mycelium block – the so-called growkit – is legal only as research and collector’s material.
Understanding your body with psychedelics
Long-term negative body image often leads to depression and anxiety, and unfortunately for many, can lead to body dysmorphia or eating disorders. Can psychedelics help reformulate the relationship with the body?
Why not use palo santo?
We answer this controversial question - for a number of important reasons, primarily environmental and ethical. The issue is quite complex, and education and awareness of the problem has so far been suppressed. The world has gone crazy (all in all, a very good thing) about spirituality, but it's gotten a little too crazy, and we have the first negative effects of that. Social media is spamming about meditation, yoga, Ayahuasca ceremonies and psilocybin mushrooms, all engulfed in the smoke of that remarkable incense that is palo santo.