Welcome to Our Genetic Vault

This treasure trove of knowledge is designed to guide you on a journey through the unique and enigmatic world of mushrooms.

Jack Frost mushrooms fruiting in a bags. Two bags with perfect flushes of mushrooms with a blue background.

Mushroom Index Catalog

The Genetic Vaults mushroom bio pages and index show these mushrooms and their immense amount of diversity they have. For many of our strains and varieties, we catalog history, origins and microscopy anatomy.

Here science meets curiosity and the ordinary becomes extraordinary. Offering a detailed road map for anyone ready top explore the hidden depths of fungal genetics.

Genetic Vault Strain Index

Psilocybe Cubensis

Strain Name
Bio
African Transkei Psilocybe cubensis with classic medium brown caps and slender pale stems.
African Transkei
African Transkei Bio
Close-up of Albino Bluey Vuitton mushrooms, showing albino morphology and dense structure.
Albino Bluey Vuitton
Albino Bluey Vuitton Bio
Mature Albino Penis Envy mushroom with full, rounded cap and thick, solid stem.
Albino Penis Envy
Albino Penis Envy Bio
Albino Burma Psilocybe cubensis with short, compact stems and pure white caps.
Albino Burma
Albino Burma Bio
Apehilly Bumpkin F5 – This fifth-generation hybrid features bright yellow caps with a striking dark green nipple. Its stipes resemble classic Ape morphology but are solid and robust like Penis Envy. This unique isolated strain is the newest F5 sample of Bas’ original Apehilly Bumpkin hybrid.
Apehilly Bumpkin
Apehilly Bumpkin Bio
Cluster of Arenal Volcano cubensis fruiting bodies, wide saucer-like caps with pronounced umbonate form.
Arenal Volcano
Arenal Volcano
Side view of B+ mushrooms highlighting the gradient of brown on the caps and their firm white stems.
B+
B+
Bluey Vuitton Psilocybe cubensis with thick stems and distinctive green-hued caps.
Bluey Vuitton
Bluey Vuitton Bio
Leucistic Burma an off white colored mushroom that produces purple spores. The mushroom cap has mycelium growing off of it.
Burma
Burma Bio
Close-up of Cambodian cubensis mushroom showing classic cap coloration and form.
Cambodian
Cambodian Bio
Unique Enigma isolate displaying twisted, mutated structure, impossible to survive in the wild.
Enigma
Enigma Bio
Rare Fiji cubensis mushrooms, small orange-brown caps, flushing with abundant purple spore discharge in a grow container.
Fiji
Fiji Bio
Golden Teacher suits in a bouquet showing off their perfect brown caps.
Golden Teacher
Golden Teacher Bio
Off-white Leucistic Burma fruiting body, spores visible in purple, mycelium extending from the cap.
Leucistic Burma
Leucistic Burma Bio
Close-up of Machine Elf cubensis mushroom with unique morphology and mystical naming origin.
Machine Elf
Machine Elf Bio
Mazatapec Cubensis spore print showing medium to large gill imprint, ideal for microscopic study.
Mazatapec
Mazatapec Bio
Three massive Penis envy mushrooms being held in a hand to show off their style
Penis Envy
Penis Envy Bio
Large flush of Penis Envy Uncut mushrooms with small green caps and golden rings, thick white stems, rare private strain.
Penis Envy Uncut
Penis Envy Uncut Bio
Squat Mac 4
Squat Mac
Squat Mac
a bouquet f Vader fruits being held in a hand to show of their large caps, long white stems and unique conical shaped caps that gives them their iconic hybrid look.
Vader
Vader
Pe7 Mycelium on a green Petri dish. Growing in a spiral form.

Discover the Hidden World of Mycelium

Step into Mycelium Works, your hub for exploring the fascinating life of fungi from spore to fruiting body. This page uncovers the intricate networks of mycelium that thread through soil, wood, and substrates, sustaining ecosystems and shaping the natural world. Learn how these hidden threads store nutrients, connect organisms, and even outlive entire forests. Through microscopy insights, life cycle walkthroughs, and research highlights, Mycelium Works offers a deep dive into the unseen architecture of fungal life; perfect for curious mycologists, researchers, and enthusiasts eager to understand the magic beneath the surface.

Explore the Life of Fungi – Dive into Mycelium Works

What Does a Spore Look Like?

Mushroom spores are tiny, remarkable structures that carry the genetic blueprint of a fungus. Under the microscope, they reveal a diversity of shapes, sizes, and colors—some round, some oval, some spiny or warty—all reflecting the unique identity of their species. Studying spores offers a window into fungal morphology and taxonomy, helping enthusiasts and researchers distinguish strains, track genetics, and understand the microscopic world that drives mushroom growth. Whether you’re exploring Psilocybe, Panaeolus, or exotic species, spores hold the clues to their lineage and potential.

Learn More About Mushroom Spores
Mushroom spores under a microscope displaying their shapes and features onto a computer monitor.

Psilocybe Mushrooms of the Pacific Northwest

Woodlover Psilocybe
Name

Bio Pages

Close-up of Psilocybe azurescens cap with smooth caramel surface and darker gill structure beneath.
Psilocybe Azurescens
Azurescens Bio
Psilocybe cyanescens Wavy Cap spore print with dark purple-brown coloration, microscopy-ready.
Psilocybe Cyanescens
Cyanescens Bio
Cluster of Psilocybe allenii fruiting bodies growing on woody debris, showing rich brown caps.
Psilocybe Allenii
Allenii Bio
Psilocybe subaeruginosa mushrooms have a conical to convex, tacky, yellow-brown to orange-brown cap that stains blue-green when handled, with veil remnants when young. The slender, whitish stem also stains blue-green and has fine vertical lines and a mealy upper portion. They have moderately close, pale brown to violet-brown gills that are adnate or adnexed, and the overall flesh is whitish and stains blue-green. Cap: Shape: Starts conical, then becomes convex, often with a slight upturn or a small central bump (umbo). Color: Yellow-brown to orange-brown, paler near the edges, which may have faint, wavy lines (striate). Texture: Slightly sticky (tacky). Veil: May show remnants of a white veil when young. Staining: Stains greenish blue with age or when touched. Gills: Color: Pale smoky brown when young, changing to violet-brown or a brownish fuscous color as they age. Attachment: Attached to the stem (adnate or broadly adnexed). Spacing: Moderately close together. Stem (Stipe): Size: Tall and slender, usually 25–70 mm long and 2–3.5 mm in diameter. Appearance: Finely lined vertically and mealy at the top. Staining: Stains greenish blue when damaged or handled. Base: The base might be slightly swollen or show a mass of mycelium. Flesh: Color: Whitish, but it will stain greenish blue when cut or bruised.
Psilocybe Subaeruginosa
Subaeruginosa Bio

Explore Rare Mushrooms

Somewhere between the foothills of southern Mexico and the rainforests of Central and South America, the ground tells stories most people never hear. Hidden in gullies where water drifts lazily over volcanic rock and soil, unique Psilocybe species carve out their lives in plain sight, yet invisible to the casual hiker. Among them, Psilocybe Hoogshagenii stands out; its subtle elegance belying the rare, delicate environment it calls home. These aren’t your average backyard mushrooms; they’re the product of rich soils, tropical humidity, and generations of survival against all odds. For those willing to get their boots muddy and their hands wet, the rainforest reveals its microscopic treasures, each one a testament to the audacity and persistence of life.

Explore Our Rare Mushroom Discoveries
Psilocybe Hoogshagenii up close image of these mushrooms growing off the forest floor in central America.

Mushrooms from the Cloud Forests

Rare Psilocybe
Name

Bio Pages

Psilocybe Hoogshagenii up close image of these mushrooms growing off the forest floor in central America.
Psilocybe Hoogshagenii
Hoogshagenii Bio
Rare Psilocybe Subtropicalis fruit bodies with elongated stems and light tan caps emerging from a natural substrate.
Psilocybe Subtropicalis
Subtropicalis Bio
Rare Psilocybe Zapotecorum spore collection, featuring bell-shaped caps and slender stems, ideal for research and taxonomy.
Psilocybe Zapotecorum
Zapotecorum Bio
genetic map Genetic map of strains and their relationships

Basidium Equilibrium has meticulously mapped and tracked the origins of both classic and modern cultures, offering valuable data and insights.

Genetic Map

Below the Surface: Sclerotia-Producing Psilocybes

Sclerotia-Producing Psilocybes
Name

Bio Pages

ATL7 sclerotia formation, dense stone-like clusters used for microscopy study.
Psilocybe Tampanensis
Tampanensis Bio
Leucistic Golden Teacher spore syringe showing pale pigmentation and strong spore production.

The Fascinating World of Psilocybe Species

Immerse yourself in the history, educational resources, and in-depth articles that uncover the secrets of Psilocybe species. Learn about their unique characteristics, growth patterns, and the habitats in which they thrive.

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