What is the Ghost strain?

Ghost is a documented mushroom strain of Ghost Cubensis (Psilocybe Cubensis). It is cataloged in the ShroomSpy mycology database with strain-specific characteristics, origin, and identification details.

What kind of strain is Ghost?

Ghost is a leucistic mutation strain derived from its parent species. Strain classification influences growth characteristics, potency, and visual identification.

What lineage does Ghost belong to?

Ghost is classified within the Albino & Leucistic lineage. Phylogenetic clustering helps growers and researchers compare strain genetics across the Ghost Cubensis family.

Ghost is documented at potent potency for psychoactive compounds. Potency varies with growing conditions, harvest timing, and individual fruit body, so reported figures are typical ranges rather than guarantees.

Is Ghost Cubensis psychoactive?

Ghost Cubensis is documented as a psychoactive species and is classified as potent in potency. It contains psychoactive compounds that may produce mind-altering effects. Laws governing possession and use vary by jurisdiction.

What effects does Ghost Cubensis produce?

Ghost Cubensis is associated with the following effects: Creativity. Individual experiences vary based on dose, set, and setting.

Is Ghost Cubensis a naturally occurring species or a cultivated strain?

Ghost Cubensis is a mutation strain (leucistic). It arose from a genetic mutation of the parent species.

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Last updated: May 22, 2026

Psilocybe CubensisGhost

"Ghost Cubensis, Golden Cap"

Psilocybe cubensis fruiting bodies

Scientific Classification

Kingdom:Fungi

Division:Basidiomycota

Class:Agaricomycetes

Order:Agaricales

Family:Hymenogastraceae

Genus:Psilocybe

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Ghost strain?: Ghost is a documented mushroom strain of Ghost Cubensis (Psilocybe Cubensis). It is cataloged in the ShroomSpy mycology database with strain-specific characteristics, origin, and identification details.
What kind of strain is Ghost?: Ghost is a leucistic mutation strain derived from its parent species. Strain classification influences growth characteristics, potency, and visual identification.
What lineage does Ghost belong to?: Ghost is classified within the Albino & Leucistic lineage. Phylogenetic clustering helps growers and researchers compare strain genetics across the Ghost Cubensis family.
How potent is Ghost?: Ghost is documented at potent potency for psychoactive compounds. Potency varies with growing conditions, harvest timing, and individual fruit body, so reported figures are typical ranges rather than guarantees.
Is Ghost Cubensis edible?: Psychoactive
Is Ghost Cubensis psychoactive?: Ghost Cubensis is documented as a psychoactive species and is classified as potent in potency. It contains psychoactive compounds that may produce mind-altering effects. Laws governing possession and use vary by jurisdiction.
What effects does Ghost Cubensis produce?: Ghost Cubensis is associated with the following effects: Creativity. Individual experiences vary based on dose, set, and setting.
What is the scientific classification of Ghost Cubensis?: Ghost Cubensis belongs to the kingdom Fungi, division Basidiomycota, class Agaricomycetes, order Agaricales, family Hymenogastraceae, genus Psilocybe. Its scientific name is Psilocybe Cubensis.
Is Ghost Cubensis a naturally occurring species or a cultivated strain?: Ghost Cubensis is a mutation strain (leucistic). It arose from a genetic mutation of the parent species.

About

Ghost is a hyper-potent, visually striking albino variant of Psilocybe cubensis, known for its snow-white appearance, heavy blue bruising, and extraordinarily strong psychedelic effects. Named both for its colorless visual form and the deep, ego-transcending experiences it induces, Ghost is considered one of the most powerful modern cubensis strains, delivering fast onset, vivid visuals, and complete immersion in the psychedelic state.

History

Ghost was originally developed from an isolate of Albino Penis Envy (APE)—one of the most potent cubensis strains—then selectively bred for even greater potency and mycelial resilience. While its name suggests something gentle, the experience is anything but: users frequently describe ego death, entity contact, and time distortion with even moderate doses.

It is not recommended for beginners, and should be approached with intention, preparation, and respect.

Overview

Ghost mushrooms are short and thick, with pure white caps, dense stems, and intense blue bruising. Colonization is slow but produces potent, low-yield fruits with high psilocybin and psilocin content.

The experience is visually overwhelming, emotionally purgative, and spiritually consuming, often likened to a dimensional reset or out-of-body initiation. Ideal for serious inner work, shamanic ceremony, or advanced psychonauts seeking total immersion.

Physical Characteristics

Caps:

Convex to broadly convex to plane at maturity, smooth, viscous when moist, coloration varies from golden brown to light yellow.

Gills:

Attachment adnate to adnexed, closer to cinnamon brown as the mushroom matures, with whitish edges.

Cognitive Effects

Creativity

Users often experience a surge in creativity and free-flowing thoughts.

Psychoactive Effects

Perceptual

Time may seem to pass slower or faster than usual.

Pharmacology

Helps With

Depression

May alleviate symptoms of depression in some users.

Anxiety

Can reduce anxiety levels, promoting relaxation.

Possible Side Effects

Nausea

Can occur, especially at higher doses.

Paranoid

Some users may experience increased paranoia.

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Chemical Constituents

Medicinal Chemistry

Similar Species

Species: Psilocybe subcubensis

(Cuban mushroom)

Edibility: psychoactive — contains psilocybin and psilocin, which can cause hallucinations and altered states of consciousness. Use caution and ensure legality.

Key Differences: Smaller size, different habitat.

Species: Psilocybe subcubensis

(Cuban mushroom)

Edibility: psychoactive — contains psilocybin and psilocin, which can cause hallucinations and altered states of consciousness. Use caution and ensure legality.

Key Differences: Smaller size, different habitat.

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