Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico

Common Names: Golden Teacher, Golden Cap

Medicinal

About

Golden Teacher Puerto Rico is a tropical and robust variant of Psilocybe cubensis, merging the spiritual depth of Golden Teacher with the wild vigor and high potency of the classic Puerto Rican strain. Known for its fast colonization, resilient fruiting, and energetic, electric trips, this strain is ideal for those seeking a high-performance mushroom with cultural roots and intense effects.

History

The original Puerto Rican cubensis strain was discovered on the island of Puerto Rico and became popular for its quick colonization, aggressive fruiting, and notably high psilocybin content. When crossed with Golden Teacher, it produced a variant that retains emotional and philosophical richness, while adding intensity, visual sharpness, and tropical vitality to the experience.

This hybrid is especially loved by experienced users, cultivators in humid climates, and those who value ceremonial strength with added flair.

Overview

Fruits are medium to large, with dense stems, deep golden caps, and strong bruising. Colonization is fast and reliable, and yields tend to be large and visually striking.

The effects are fast-acting, vividly visual, and mentally energizing, often described as emotionally revealing with an electric undercurrent. Ideal for outdoor ceremonies, music journeys, or introspective exploration with strong guidance.

Physical Characteristics

Caps:

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

Gills:

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

Cognitive Effects

Creativity

May stimulate abstract and creative thinking.

Psychoactive Effects

Perceptual

Changes in visual and auditory perception are common.

Helps With

Depression

Can provide relief from depressive symptoms for some users.

Anxiety

May reduce anxiety in a controlled therapeutic setting.

Possible Side Effects

Nausea

Can occur shortly after ingestion, usually transient.

Infusion

Users may experience confusion during peak effects.

Medicinal Chemistry

Similar Species

Psilocybe Subcubensis Mushroom

Species: Psilocybe subcubensis

Edibility: Psychoactive

Key Differences: Smaller cap and less robust stem.

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