About
Albino Amazonian – Alamo is a leucistic (pale-colored) and rare hybrid variant of the Psilocybe cubensis strain Amazonian, featuring strong psychedelic potency and a uniquely ghostly appearance. This version, known as “Alamo”, is revered for producing powerful visual distortions, deep emotional introspection, and a clean, energizing headspace, all while showcasing stunning white to cream coloration.
History
The original Amazonian strain is thought to have originated in the Amazon rainforest, known for its potency and aggressive colonization. The Albino (Alamo) variant emerged through isolation and selection for leucistic traits—where pigmentation is partially or fully suppressed. "Alamo" distinguishes itself as a variant that combines the ancestral Amazonian spirit with an ethereal visual identity.
Despite its rarity, it is popular among cultivators for its vigorous growth and strong bluing reaction, signaling high psilocybin content. The name “Alamo” may refer to a specific spore line or selection process carried out in mycological circles.
Overview
Albino Amazonian (Alamo) features ivory to silver-white caps, slender white stems, and a pronounced blue bruising when touched. Fruiting is relatively fast, and yields are consistent, making it a reliable yet exotic strain for indoor cultivation.
Effects are often described as mentally expansive, highly visual, and emotionally purifying, with smooth energetic flow. It is ideal for medium to high dose journeys, ceremonial use, and immersive solo sessions.
Physical Characteristics
Caps:
Small to medium size, smooth texture, often white or very pale due to albinism.
Gills:
Attachment adnate to adnexed, initially pale, becoming purple-black with maturity due to spore color.
Cognitive Effects
Users often experience a surge in creative thought and associative thinking.
Psychoactive Effects
A pronounced sense of happiness and well-being.
Depression
Some studies suggest psilocybin can reduce symptoms of depression.
PTSD
Potential to help with post-traumatic stress disorder by facilitating emotional release.
Nausea
Can occur shortly after ingestion, typically transient.
Anxiety
May cause anxiety or paranoia, particularly at higher doses.
Medicinal Chemistry
Similar Species
Species: Psilocybe azurescens
Edibility: Psychoactive
Key Differences: Darker cap color and prefers to grow in colder climates.
Species: Psilocybe azurescens
Edibility: Psychoactive
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References
Phylogenomics of the psychoactive mushroom genus Psilocybe and evolution of the psilocybin biosynthetic gene cluster
Therapeutic use of psilocybin from “magic mushrooms” is revolutionizing mental health treatment for many conditions, including depression, PTSD, and end-of-life care. However, knowledge of Psilocybe diversity and its evolutionary history is substantially incomplete. Our study presents the most extensive phylogenomic dataset across Psilocybe to date, with 23 samples derived from type specimens. Using ~3,000 single-copy gene families, we recovered a robust and well-supported phylogeny. Mapping psilocybin biosynthetic gene orthologs on the phylogeny revealed two types of gene cluster order corresponding to a deep split in the genus. Molecular dating suggests psilocybin biosynthesis arose in Psilocybe ~67 mya, concurrent with the K-Pg mass extinction event. A significant advancement in the understanding of Psilocybe evolution and psilocybin biosynthesis is presented.
2024