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Last updated: Oct 20, 2026

Psilocybe CubensisMexican Dutch King

"Mexican Dutch King"

Psilocybe Cubensis Mexican Dutch King 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 Mexican Dutch King strain?
Mexican Dutch King is a documented mushroom strain of Mexican Dutch King (Psilocybe Cubensis). It is cataloged in the ShroomSpy mycology database with strain-specific characteristics, origin, and identification details.
Is Mexican Dutch King edible?
Psychoactive
Is Mexican Dutch King psychoactive?
Mexican Dutch King 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 Mexican Dutch King produce?
Mexican Dutch King is associated with the following effects: Creativity. Individual experiences vary based on dose, set, and setting.
What is the scientific classification of Mexican Dutch King?
Mexican Dutch King belongs to the kingdom Fungi, division Basidiomycota, class Agaricomycetes, order Agaricales, family Hymenogastraceae, genus Psilocybe. Its scientific name is Psilocybe Cubensis.

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About

Mexican Dutch King (MDK) is a well-known and widely cultivated variant of Psilocybe cubensis that combines the tropical resilience of Mexican strains with the controlled, high-output performance of Dutch cultivation techniques. This strain is recognized for its reliable potency, fast colonization, and a well-balanced psychedelic experience that includes mild visuals, energetic uplift, and emotional introspection.

History

The name "Mexican Dutch King" comes from its hybrid heritage—likely blending spores from Mexican cubensis lines with selections made and stabilized by Dutch mycologists or commercial growers. It rose to popularity in Europe due to its easy cultivation, resistant genetics, and consistently enjoyable effects, making it a staple in spore kits and legal grow systems before stricter regulations.

Favored by both beginners and veterans, MDK is considered an excellent all-purpose strain for both recreational and spiritual use.

Overview

Fruits are medium to large, with smooth golden-brown caps, tall and sturdy white stems, and noticeable bruising. Colonization is fast and flushes are often generous and reliable.

The effects are mood-lifting, gently visual, and philosophically introspective, making it suitable for daytime use, nature walks, or group journeys. A great choice for those who want clarity, connection, and joy without overwhelming intensity.

Physical Characteristics

Caps:

Conical to convex, becoming broadly convex to flat as it matures, light brown to golden yellow in color.

Gills:

Adnate to adnexed, gray to nearly black in maturity.

Cognitive Effects

Creativity

Users often experience a surge in creativity and free-flowing thoughts.

Psychoactive Effects

Perceptual

Time may seem to pass slower or faster than usual.

Pharmacology

Helps With

Depression

Some studies suggest potential benefits in treating depression.

Anxiety

Can reduce symptoms of anxiety in some users.

Possible Side Effects

Nausea

Common, especially at the onset of the experience.

Paranoid

Can occur, particularly with higher doses or in uncomfortable settings.

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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 wavier cap and typically grows in wood chips or woody debris rather than in rich pastures like P. cubensis.

Similar species Psilocybe Cyanescens

Species: Psilocybe Cyanescens

(Wavy Cap)

Edibility: edible

Key Differences: P. cyanescens has a wavier cap and typically grows in wood chips or woody debris rather than in rich pastures like P. cubensis.

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