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Last updated: Oct 20, 2026

Psilocybe CubensisSyZyGy

"Golden Teacher, Golden Tops, Cubes"

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 SyZyGy strain?
SyZyGy 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 Syzygy is a legendary and spiritually aligned strain of Psilocybe cubensis, often associated with the McKenna brothers, who reportedly preserved and promoted the original Syzygy genetic line. The term "syzygy" refers to a celestial alignment, reflecting the strain’s reputation for fostering spiritual synchronicity, inner alignment, and cosmic insight.

History

The Syzygy strain gained prominence in the 1990s when it was linked to the legacy of Terence and Dennis McKenna, two of the most influential figures in psychedelic research and philosophy. Named after the astronomical term for the alignment of celestial bodies, this strain became a symbol of cosmic balance and inner transformation. The Syzygy variant within the Golden Teacher family is believed to represent a purified, historically rooted, and spiritually potent lineage.

It is often used in ceremonial, shamanic, and guided psychedelic contexts, where deep introspection and spiritual connectivity are prioritized.

Overview

Fruits are medium to large, with classic golden caps, strong stems, and heavy blue bruising indicating high alkaloid content. Colonization is reliable, and the flushes are robust and energetically vibrant.

Effects are deeply spiritual, emotionally clarifying, and often symbolically rich, making this strain ideal for those seeking visionary journeys, personal evolution, or sacred psychedelic practices.

Physical Characteristics

Caps:

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

Gills:

Adnate to adnexed, grayish color in young, becoming nearly black in maturity with whitish edges.

Cognitive Effects

Creativity

Users report an increase in creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Psychoactive Effects

Euphoric

A profound sense of well-being and happiness is often experienced.

Pharmacology

Helps With

Depression

Shown to reduce symptoms in clinical settings.

Anxiety

Can alleviate anxiety in controlled therapeutic use.

Possible Side Effects

Nausea

Can occur shortly after ingestion, usually transient.

Paranoid

May occur, particularly in unfamiliar settings or among predisposed 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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