Blue Meanie Spores

Description

Please note our Blue Meanies are of the Psilocybe Cubensis variety. True Blue Meanies are a species of Panaeolus Cyanescens.

The Psilocybe Cubensis Blue Meanies are thought to come from Australia. They get their name as they easily bruise blue when handled. This is a result of the high psilocin content found in this strain.

Genus: Psilocybe
Species: Cubensis
Variety: Blue Meanie
Spores: Dark purplish brown. Subellipsoid on 4-spored basidia
Habitat: Bovine, Equine Dung and Enriched Soils
Climate: Subtropical
Cap: 25-50+ mm in diameter, convex to broadly convex to plane at maturity often with persistent acute umbo (nipple).
Stem: 100+ mm in length.
Gills: Attachment adnate to adnexed. Grayish coloration in young fruit bodies becoming nearly black in maturity.

How do I store my Blue Meanie spores?

Spores should be stored in a cool, dark and dry environment. You can also store spores in the fridge (just make sure the syringe is in a clean zip-lock bag such as the packaging the spores are sent in).

Can I freeze my Blue Meanie spore syringe?

DO NOT allow spores to freeze. This is not as you would rightly be guessing that it is a bummer to have to wait for your syringe to defrost before being able to view the spores under the microscope. The issue is that the spore cells will burst as the water expands on freezing.

How long can I keep my Blue Meanie spore syringe before using?

Spore syringes should be ideally used as soon as possible. If stored correctly the spores will be fine for 6 months. The longer you leave the spore syringe the more chance of contamination being present when viewing under the microscope.

Can I reuse my Blue Meanie spore syringe if I have some spore solution left?

Yes! The best thing to do is leave the needle on and flame sterilise before storing with the needle cover put back on. DO NOT remove the needle to put the syringe cap back on as this will allow an opportunity for contamination to occur. When you come to use your spore syringe again please flame sterilise again before pushing a small amount of the spore solution out of the needle. You are now able to carry on your microscopic studies.

How do I get my Blue Meanie spore syringe ready for the microscope?

The aim of the game when viewing spores under the microscope is cleanliness. This means 1) you need to be as clean as possible, 2) your environment needs to be as clean as possible and 3) your equipment needs to be as clean as possible.

For you to be as clean as possible have a shower, wear clean clothes, and give your hands a good clean with 70% isopropyl aclohol (or where sterile gloves).

To work in a clean environment ideally you will be using a Still Air Box or a flow hood. If you do not have access to these then the next best thing is to work in a clean and draft free room. We are trying to eliminate as much as possible the chance of something landing on your slide other than your selected spores.

Give your equipment a good clean with 70% isopropyl alcohol as well. At this point we are ready to re-clean our hands with the alcohol wipe, remove the syringe cap and attach the supplied sterile needle ready for use.

How do I view my Blue Meanie spores under the microscope?

Please see instructions below.

Can I purchase Blue Meanie spores in print form?

Yes you can purchase this here.

Legal Information

It is currently illegal to cultivate Psilocybe Cubensis spores in the UK and many parts of the world. To learn more about the legality of Psilocybe Cubensis spore syringes please read Are Spore Syringes Legal?.