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Last updated: Oct 20, 2026

Psilocybe CubensisMenace

"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 Menace strain?
Menace 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 Menace is a dark-hued, powerful variant of Psilocybe cubensis that blends the philosophical clarity of Golden Teacher with a more intense and unpredictable psychoactive profile. Known for its bold visuals, deep introspection, and occasionally confrontational energy, this strain lives up to its name—offering a journey that may challenge the ego while revealing powerful insights.

History

The “Menace” variant is believed to be a stabilized isolate or crossbreed within the Golden Teacher lineage, selected for traits such as deeper pigmentation, heightened potency, and stronger psychological effects. The name reflects its formidable trip experience, which can feel overwhelming to the unprepared, but immensely rewarding when approached with respect and intention.

This strain is favored among experienced users, facilitators, and psychonauts who seek more than comfort—those who want transformation through challenge.

Overview

Mushrooms are medium to large, often with darker brown caps, thick white stems, and intense blue bruising. Colonization is standard, but flushes tend to be heavy and consistent.

The effects are emotionally intense, cognitively immersive, and often bring about deep symbolic processing, ego disintegration, and mystical states. Best suited for intentional solo journeys, shadow work, or advanced therapeutic applications.

Physical Characteristics

Caps:

Convex to broadly convex to plane at maturity, smooth, viscous when moist, golden brown.

Gills:

Adnate to adnexed, gray to nearly black in maturity, close.

Cognitive Effects

Creativity

Users report an increase in creative thought processes.

Psychoactive Effects

Perceptual

Changes in visual and auditory perception are common.

Pharmacology

Helps With

Depression

May alleviate symptoms of depression in some users.

Anxiety

Can reduce feelings of anxiety temporarily.

Possible Side Effects

Nausea

Common especially in higher doses.

Paranoid

Can occur particularly with inexperienced users or in unsupportive settings.

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Chemical Constituents

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Similar Species

Similar species Psilocybe Cyanescens

Species: Psilocybe Cyanescens

(Wavy Cap)

Edibility: edible

Key Differences: 'Menace' has a more uniform cap and lacks the wavy margin.

Similar species Psilocybe Cyanescens

Species: Psilocybe Cyanescens

(Wavy Cap)

Edibility: edible

Key Differences: 'Menace' has a more uniform cap and lacks the wavy margin.

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