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Last updated: Oct 20, 2026

Psilocybe CubensisMaza

"Golden Teacher, Golden Halo"

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 Maza strain?
Maza 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 Maza is a spiritually potent variant of Psilocybe cubensis, drawing influence from the Mazatec mushroom lineage and named to evoke a connection with "Maza"—a likely shorthand for Mazatec or Mazapatec heritage. This strain is celebrated for its deep emotional resonance, moderate visuals, and ability to facilitate soulful, grounded psychedelic experiences focused on healing and inner clarity.

History

“Maza” as a designation reflects a tribute to indigenous mushroom traditions of Oaxaca, Mexico, particularly those of the Mazatec people, who used psilocybin mushrooms in ritual contexts for centuries. When this cultural wisdom is blended with the stable potency and introspective clarity of Golden Teacher, the result is a gentle yet profound strain that encourages humility, emotional release, and personal insight.

It is widely appreciated by users seeking meaningful, intentional trips, especially in settings where spiritual context and emotional authenticity are prioritized.

Overview

Mushrooms are medium-sized, with rounded, golden to copper caps, sturdy stems, and strong bruising. Colonization is stable, with predictable flushes and strong resistance to environmental stress.

Psychedelic effects include gentle visual texture, heart-centered emotion, and insightful inner dialogue, making it ideal for ceremonial use, personal growth, or emotional healing.

Physical Characteristics

Caps:

Conical to convex, becoming broadly convex to flat with age, golden brown

Gills:

Adnate to adnexed, gray to nearly black in maturity

Cognitive Effects

Creativity

Users report an increase in creative thought processes.

Psychoactive Effects

Perceptual

Time may seem to pass slower or faster.

Pharmacology

Helps With

Depression

Can potentially alleviate symptoms of depression in some users.

Anxiety

May reduce anxiety levels temporarily.

Possible Side Effects

Nausea

Can occur, particularly at higher doses.

Paranoid

Some users may experience paranoia.

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Chemical Constituents

Medicinal Chemistry

Similar Species

Similar species Psilocybe Cyanescens

Species: Psilocybe Cyanescens

(Wavy Cap)

Edibility: edible

Key Differences: P. cyanescens has a more pronounced wave in the cap and grows in wood chips or woody debris rather than soil.

Similar species Psilocybe Cyanescens

Species: Psilocybe Cyanescens

(Wavy Cap)

Edibility: edible

Key Differences: P. cyanescens has a more pronounced wave in the cap and grows in wood chips or woody debris rather than soil.

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