Loose Shrooms

Psilocybin mushrooms—often called “magic mushrooms”—are a group of fungi that contain psilocybin, a naturally occurring psychedelic compound. When ingested, psilocybin is converted by the body into psilocin, which is responsible for its psychoactive effects.

Key Points:

• Scientific Name: The most common species include Psilocybe cubensis, Psilocybe semilanceata, and Psilocybe cyanescens.
• Active Compound: Psilocybin (converted into psilocin in the body).
• Effects: Euphoria, visual and auditory hallucinations, altered perception of time and reality, introspective experiences, and sometimes spiritual or mystical feelings.
• Onset and Duration: Effects usually begin 20–60 minutes after ingestion and last 4–6 hours, though this can vary.
• Safety: Generally considered physiologically safe and non-addictive, though they can cause psychological distress, especially in high doses or in people with a predisposition to mental health disorders.
• Current Research: Growing interest in psilocybin for treating depression, PTSD, anxiety, and substance use disorders in clinical settings.

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