
About
Redboy is a classic and visually distinctive variant of Psilocybe cubensis, famous for producing deep reddish spore prints, a trait that sets it apart from nearly all other cubensis strains. In addition to its visual novelty, Redboy is known for its stable potency, vigorous growth, and well-rounded psychedelic effects, offering a blend of uplifting visuals, emotional warmth, and a strong connection to the natural world.
History
Originally recovered from a print in the early 1990s, the Redboy strain was revived and stabilized by mycologists who were fascinated by its rare red-sporing phenotype. Unlike the typical purple-brown spores of most cubensis varieties, Redboy’s rust-colored spore deposits gave it cult status among collectors and growers. It later gained popularity for its ease of cultivation and reliable effects, leading to crosses and hybrids like the Redboy GT lineage.
Favored for its historical uniqueness and friendly, centered experience.
Overview
Fruits are medium to large, with light brown to gold caps, thick stems, and noticeably reddish-brown spore prints. Colonization is fast and consistent, with heavy flushes and strong adaptability to most growing conditions.
Effects include mild-to-moderate visuals, a sense of joy and connection, and emotional clarity, making it excellent for group ceremonies, beginner-friendly exploration, or mild introspective work.
Physical Characteristics
Caps:
Convex to broadly convex, becoming flat with age, reddish-brown when moist, fading to pale brown or yellowish with drying.
Gills:
Adnate to adnexed, close, initially pale, becoming dark purple-brown with spore maturity.
Cognitive Effects
Creativity
Users report an increase in creative thought processes.
Psychoactive Effects
Perceptual
Time may seem to pass slower or faster than usual.
Helps With
Depression
May alleviate symptoms of depression in some users.
PTSD
Potential to help with post-traumatic stress disorder symptoms.
Possible Side Effects
Nausea
Can occur, especially in higher doses.
Anxiety
May induce anxiety or panic, particularly in unfamiliar settings.
Medicinal Chemistry
Similar Species

Species: Psilocybe subcubensis
Edibility: Psychoactive
Key Differences: 'Redboy' has a more robust stem and distinctly red spores, unlike the brown spores of P. subcubensis.

Species: Psilocybe subcubensis
Edibility: Psychoactive
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