Until just recently, when seeking magic mushrooms many consumers have just purchased any type or kind that their plug could get their hands on. Now, with widespread legalization and a plethora of research into the magical fungi’s – we know much more about where they come from, and the variance of effects per region.
Just like cannabis plants, the common magic mushrooms we know and love today have made an international journey across the globe. With many records of ancient civilizations coming across the wildly growing shrooms for spiritual, and medical use. So, just where have shrooms come from and how do the regional differences affect effects? Keep reading for your ultimate guide to the international world of shrooms.
The Origins Of Magic Mushroom Species
Today, a number of shroom species have been genetically modified or generated. But, some are spawned from the original wild growing varieties, that can be found internationally. In fact, they’re found on every continent except for Antarctica. To best understand the origins of magic mushrooms, here’s our in-depth breakdown on the history of the most abundant shroom regions.
Asia
Southeast Asia has the most desirable climates for shrooms, as it’s typically wet for ideal fungi growing conditions. This includes portions of India, southern China, the Philippines and Japan. With frequent monsoons, and a thriving cow and buffalo population, the muddy, dungy soil produces a variety of magic mushroom species we know today. Most notably, Panaeolus cinctulus, Panaeolus cambodginiensis, Panaeolus cyanescens, and Psilocybe cyanescens.
Also in Asia, the country of Cambodia boasts a more subtropical climate that is beneficial for shroom species, year-round. Panaeolus cyanescens, panaeolus tropicalis, psilocybe cubensis and of course, panaeolus cambodginiensis grow heavily in the region. Other countries in Asia that have seasons of magic mushroom growth include –
- Vietnam
- Thailand
- Sri Lanka
- Indonesia
Africa
Magic mushroom enthusiasts and historians uncovered evidence in Africa, referencing the use of shrooms from ancient civilizations. Specifically in the Sahara Desert region, where rock paintings were discovered that depicted the timeline of harvesting and offering shrooms. Along with depictions of masked gods adorned with magic mushrooms, too. African cultures weren’t the only ones recording their fungi use back then, as similar carvings were also found in Australia, the US and Siberia.
Europe
Liberty Caps are so popular in the Amsterdam coffee shops and markets, because they originate from the same region. The psilocbye semilanceata species thrives in the European fall and spring climates, and are the scientific classification for what’s known as Liberty Caps.
North America
Because magic mushrooms thrive in subtropical temperatures (or anywhere where ‘dung’ resides), the United States regions with hotter climates are well-known for breeding psilocybin shrooms. Specifically, Florida and the States along the coast of the Gulf of Mexico. On the western side of the country, semiarid temperatures produce more species that thrive from fall fruiting woods like psilocybe azurescens, cyanescens, and allenii. These species are also common in regions that have similar semiarid climates, like Europe, Australia and New Zealand.
In Canada, the acres and acres of coniferous forests are also home to a variety of magic mushroom species. Because of the cooler climates affecting the soil, it’s not as much of a hotbed as other North American countries. Either way, you can find the following types of shroom species growing wild in certain regions –
- Psilocybe cyanescens
- Psilocybe cubensis
- Psilocybe fimetaria
- Psilocybe pelliculosa
- Psilocybe semilanceata
Mexico and its southern, hot climates are much preferred by shrooms than its northern neighbors. In fact, the modern resurgence of shrooms in the 60’s came from a mycologists trip through the region and the use of shrooms in Mexico dates back to ancient times. Back then, civilizations referred to the magical fungi as ‘god’s flesh’. Often using shrooms in religious and spiritual ceremonies. The region is most abundant in the psilocybe species of mushrooms like psilocybe mexicana.
South America
Like the fertile lands of Mexico, South America is just as ideal for wild growing magic mushrooms. The subtropical forests that cover most of the continent are home to many species, with the history of past civilizations using shrooms in the same way as others. Brazil is especially fruitful for magic mushrooms, especially near the coffee plantations in the summer months of production. Practically any species, and every species can be found in this country and region.
Other countries in South America that have a thriving community of magic mushroom varieties include
- Chile
- Colombia
- Ecuador
- Costa Rica
- El Salvador
- Peru
- Venezuela
Today’s World of Shrooms
Even though you can easily find premium grown and cultivated magic mushrooms online, that’s not stopping people from exploring for new species. A new counter-culture is increasingly on the search for new magical species of shrooms, and hitting the ground in remote areas across the globe to this day. Some areas host special trips into seeking wild shrooms, for those who like an adventure.
For those of you who prefer the simple conveniences in life, MMJDirect works to serve your psilocybin needs. Without any gear, necessary. Plus, all the descriptions of how you can expect effects to vary from species to species. Here’s just a few magic mushroom species that you can expect to find in our inventory –
- Golden Teachers
- Transkei Cubensis
- Big Mexicans
- Alacabenzi Cubensis
- Amazonian Cubensis
- Hillbilly Cubensis
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