Is Golden Teacher edible?
Psilocybe cubensis
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Moderate ToxicityWhile Psilocybe cubensis is not lethal, it contains psilocybin and psilocin, which are Schedule I controlled substances. Ingestion can cause altered perception, hallucinations, and anxiety. Overconsumption can lead to panic attacks and psychosis in susceptible individuals.
Toxin Type: Psilocybin, PsilocinReaction Type: Psychoactive
Don't confuse with these look-alikes
Misidentification is the most common cause of mushroom poisoning. Golden Teacher can be confused with:
- Psilocybe mexicana — Psilocybe
- Psilocybe caerulescens — Psilocybe
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