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Psilocybe CubensisYmir
"Golden Teacher"
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Scientific Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Golden Teacher?
- Golden Teacher (Psilocybe Cubensis) is a mushroom species, belonging to the Hymenogastraceae family. It is studied for its biological characteristics and is documented in the ShroomSpy mycology database.
- Is Golden Teacher edible?
- Psychoactive
- Is Golden Teacher psychoactive?
- Golden Teacher is documented as a psychoactive species and is classified as potent in potency. 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 Ymir is a mythologically inspired and powerfully introspective variant of Psilocybe cubensis, named after Ymir, the primordial giant from Norse mythology said to be the ancestor of all beings. This strain is known for delivering massive visual depth, emotionally intense experiences, and a cosmic sense of origin, rebirth, and dissolution—true to its namesake.
History
The Ymir strain emerged as a selective cross or mutation from Golden Teacher, likely influenced by albino or mutant lineage genetics, and designed to facilitate deep mythological journeys and existential introspection. Its name signals its connection to archetypal forces, spiritual storytelling, and transformational depth, making it a favorite among psychonauts who work with mythology, shamanism, or symbolic inner exploration.
Its reputation is built on experiences that feel ancient, heavy, and regenerative, similar to emerging from the void into form.
Overview
Fruits are large, thick-stemmed, often showing pale coloration, dense structure, and intense bruising. Colonization is slower than average, but rewards patient cultivators with potent, unique flushes.
Effects are mythic in tone, often described as timeless, heavy, and deeply symbolic, producing archetypal visions, ego-level transformations, and cosmic scale insights. Ideal for guided initiatory work, myth-based integration, or solo journeys focused on spiritual rebirth.
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 at maturity, close.
Cognitive Effects
Creativity
May stimulate abstract and creative thinking.
Psychoactive Effects
Perceptual
Users often experience a subjective alteration of time.
Pharmacology
Helps With
Depression
Can potentially alleviate symptoms of depression in some users.
PTSD
May help in reducing symptoms of PTSD through therapeutic use.
Possible Side Effects
Nausea
Common especially when taken in larger doses.
Anxiety
Can induce anxiety or panic, particularly in unfamiliar settings.
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Chemical Constituents
Medicinal Chemistry
Similar Species
Species: Psilocybe subcubensis
(Cuban mushroom)
Edibility: psychoactive — contains psilocybin and psilocin, which can cause hallucinations and altered states of consciousness. Use caution and ensure legality.
Key Differences: Smaller cap and less robust stem.
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Species: Psilocybe subcubensis
(Cuban mushroom)
Edibility: psychoactive — contains psilocybin and psilocin, which can cause hallucinations and altered states of consciousness. Use caution and ensure legality.
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