The wild psilocybe ovoideocystidiata is an American magic mushroom, native to the eastern region. First documented by Richard Gaines in Pennsylvania in 2003, it is a relatively newly discovered species that looks a lot like the Psilocybe caerulipes in terms of the level of potency and shape. Both the species are termed as blue-foot, though P. ovoideocystidiata smells spicy.
Like all other magic mushrooms, it is a natural psychedelic with mind-altering effects like hallucinations and visual and auditory distortions. It can also cause euphoria and spiritual-like experiences. Another term for this mushroom is Ovoid, which is a shorter version of its name.Â
Physical Description
Caps
The cap has a convex shape measuring 1 cm. to 5 cm. across. The color is chestnut or orange when moist and white or cream when dry. Its margins are translucent and striped but turn wavy and highly undulated when matured.
Stems & Shroom Flesh
The flesh turns blue or green when bruised or plucked. When young, the cap is convex and dark brown while the stem is white. As it matures, the entire mushroom becomes light brown to cinnamon brown, depending on its moisture. They naturally turn blue, and when dried out, they turn all-black.
The gills are colored off-white to rusty brown and can also be lavender to dark purple.
The stem can grow from 1.5 cm. to 9 am. tall, with a thickness of 1 mm. to 7mm. It grows partially underground and is hollow, ringed, and slender. The top portion is smooth, while scales or small hairs in the bottom. There is a partial veil in the middle.
Other Features
- The smell and taste are mild, like the fresh earthy ground, notably spicy and starch-like.
- The spores are dark purple or black and rhombus in shape.
- It is an edible species of mushroom that contains bioactive hallucinogenic alkaloids.Â
Psilocybe Ovoideocystidiata’s Natural Habitat
Ovoideocystidiata grows in the coastal regions and is native to Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. It grows in the range that encompasses Kentucky to Rhode Island, even reaching as far as Georgia. They grow abundantly mainly in the Ohio river, mostly on wood debris near the stream where the water overflows.
Recently, the mushroom species has already turned up in the Pacific states like Washington to Southern California. The fruiting season starts in April and can stay as late as November. Though recently discovered, reports mention sightings in some parts of Europe, Switzerland, and Germany. Â
How to Cultivate Indoors
Both naturally growing and indoor cultivated Psilocybe Ovoideocystidiata have high concentrations of psychoactive substances. There are various approaches that people take to cultivate it indoors.
Step 1. Freeze your shrooms.
Collect wild mycelium & place it in a plastic bag before putting it in the freezer. Leave it overnight.
Step 2. Collect the soil & mud.
Take the bag out the next morning or after 8 hours. Fill with muddy and sandy soil collected from the riverbank. This is where ovoideocystidiata mushrooms usually grow.
Step 3. Simulate “flooding” & layer the soil.
If you want to simulate flooding after a hard winter, glad-wares with holes are great for making a drainage system. Layer the dish with sand or mud, frozen wood chips or branches, and twigs, topped with sandy mud.
Step 4. Create a moist environment.
Soak the dish in tap water to fill in the empty spaces with mud. The dish should stay humidified and moist to mimic its natural environment and successfully grow inside the home.Â
Certain factors will also determine how slow or how fast your magic mushrooms grow.
Conclusion
The Psilocybe Ovoideocystidiata is a psychedelic mushroom that will start growing in many cold and wet places, evident in the way it spreads across vast areas. Recognizing this mushroom will be easy because of its distinct color, shape, and spicy smell and taste. There is still more to find out about this species as research is underway.Â
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do Psilocybe Ovoideocystidiata grow?
It is mainly found in the eastern parts of the United States. It stretches from Kentucky to Rhode Island but has been found as far as south in Mississippi. This is particularly common in the Ohio river valley.
Has anyone died from eating a mushroom?
Anyone can overdose in eating mushrooms but you are not likely to die. There will still be possibilities of a bad trip or overdose. However, ingesting the wrong type of mushroom can be fatal if it is poisonous.
What does Mushroom do to your body?
It is low in calorie source of fiber, protein, and antioxidants. It will lessen the development of serious health conditions such as Alzheimer’s, heart disease, cancer, and diabetes.
Where can I find Psilocybe Caerulipes?
It usually grows in solitary or in small clusters in deciduous forests. This can be found in plant matter, hardwood debris, beech, birch, maple, or decaying hardwood logs.
