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Last updated: Oct 20, 2026

Psilocybe CubensisA+

"Golden Teacher, Golden Cap"

Psilocybe Cubensis Golden Teacher close up
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 A+ strain?
A+ is a documented mushroom strain of Golden Teacher (Psilocybe Cubensis). It is cataloged in the ShroomSpy mycology database with strain-specific characteristics, origin, and identification details.
Is Golden Teacher edible?
Psychoactive
Is Golden Teacher psychoactive?
Golden Teacher is documented as a psychoactive species. It contains psychoactive compounds that may produce mind-altering effects. Laws governing possession and use vary by jurisdiction.
What effects does Golden Teacher produce?
Golden Teacher is associated with the following effects: Creativity. Individual experiences vary based on dose, set, and setting.
What is the scientific classification of Golden Teacher?
Golden Teacher belongs to the kingdom Fungi, division Basidiomycota, class Agaricomycetes, order Agaricales, family Hymenogastraceae, genus Psilocybe. Its scientific name is Psilocybe Cubensis.

About

Golden Teacher A+, often referred to simply as A+, is a unique and refined variant of the classic Golden Teacher lineage. It is best known for its leucistic (partially albino) coloration, high psilocybin content, and elevated clarity during the psychedelic experience. The A+ strain is visually beautiful, with pale stems and lightly golden or ivory caps, making it a popular cultivar among both growers and psychonauts.

History

The A+ variant is a selectively bred version of Golden Teacher, isolated for its muted pigmentation and cleaner, more focused experience. It was one of the first strains to bridge the line between classic cubensis effects and modern leucistic aesthetics, offering a lightbody trip with enhanced visual sharpness and a more mentally coherent journey.

Its reliable nature and elegant growth make it a favorite for those seeking spiritual, meditative, or beginner-friendly journeys.

Overview

Produces medium to tall fruits, with pale white to cream stems, light golden caps, and moderate blue bruising. Colonizes moderately fast, and fruits are uniform and easy to harvest.

The trip is smooth and emotionally intelligent, with bright visual geometry, insightful introspection, and a calm, elevating euphoria. Excellent for microdosing, ceremonial use, or as a gentle introduction to psilocybin.

Physical Characteristics

Caps:

50-150 mm in diameter, convex to broadly convex to plane at maturity, smooth, viscous when moist, golden brown to yellow coloration

Gills:

Adnate to adnexed, narrow, crowded, gray to nearly black in maturity with whitish edges

Cognitive Effects

Creativity

Users report an increase in creative thought processes.

Psychoactive Effects

Euphoric

A profound sense of well-being and happiness.

Pharmacology

Helps With

Depression

Can potentially alleviate symptoms of depression.

PTSD

May help in reducing symptoms of PTSD.

Possible Side Effects

Nausea

Commonly experienced shortly after ingestion.

Paranoid

May occur in higher doses or in sensitive individuals.

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Chemical Constituents

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Species:

Key Differences: Smaller cap and stem, less robust growth.

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Species:

Key Differences: Smaller cap and stem, less robust growth.

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