Mazatapec Spores
Mazatapec spores sold for the purposes of microscopic study. Each syringe is prepared in front of a laminar flow hood under strict laboratory conditions. Spores legally produced in Jamaica.
What does your order contain:
–BD™ Safety-Lok™ syringe containing Mazatapec spores suspended in either 3ml or 10ml of distilled and sterilised H2O
–18g x 1.5inch BD™ microlance needle
–70% isopropyl alcohol swab
Legal Disclaimer
It is illegal to cultivate these spores in the UK. If you make it known that you intend to use this item for cultivation you will be banned from the website and subsequent purchases will be cancelled. You must be 18 years of age to purchase this item.
£4.99 – £9.99
Description
The Mazapatec strain hails from Mazatapec Mexico and was the first Psilocybe Cubensis strain to be introduced to the Western world.
In the early 1900’s, a botanist going by the name of Mr. W. ingested a Psilocybin mushroom for scientific research purposes. Mr. W subsequently wrote an article detailing his experience for Science magazine (issue September 18th, 1914). This article sparked the interest of several ethno-botanists and anthropologists who visited Mexico over the next few decades to study and collect Psilocybin mushrooms. During this time of research velada healing rituals using mushrooms were also witnessed and documented.
In 1955, R. Gordon Wasson and Allan Richardson participated in a velada healing ceremony using mushrooms. Two years later, Wasson published an article about his experience in Life Magazine. This article was what brought mainstream awareness of Psilocybin Cubensis mushrooms to the West.
Genus: Psilocybe
Species: Cubensis
Variety: Mazatapec
Spores: Dark purplish brown. Deposits appear dark purple to nearly black
Habitat: Bovine, Equine Dung and Enriched Soils
Climate: Subtropical
Cap: 50+ mm in diameter, convex to broadly convex at maturity
Stem: 75-185 mm in length
Gills: Attachment adnate to adnexed. Grayish coloration in young fruit bodies becoming nearly black in maturity
How do I store Mazatapec 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 Mazatapec 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 Mazatapec 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 Mazatapec 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 Mazatapec 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 (you can see how to make one here) 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 Mazatapec spores under the microscope?
Please see instructions below.
Can I purchase Mazatapec 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?.
Instructions
We recommend viewing mushroom spores at a minimum of x400 magnification using a microscope. Learn more about the process of viewing spores under a microscope by reading this abbreviated excerpt, taken from the book “Fascinated by Fungi”, written by Pat O’Reilly. The book can be purchased from Amazon.
