
Psilocybe semilanceata Magic Mushrooms
Psilocybe semilanceata : Background
The first recorded case of the ingestion of the psilocybe semilanceata (Liberty Cap) was in London in 1799. A family had picked some mushrooms in a park for their food. After consuming the mushrooms, their pupils dilated, and they went into a state of delirium.
In 1960, mycologist Albert Hoffman established that the psilocybin components in the mushrooms were responsible.
If you want to dive deeper into the Psilocybe semilanceata/Liberty Cap, be sure to read our article on Psilocybe semilanceata identification.
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Psilocybe semilanceata : Habitat
Thrive in wetlands and can be found in dunes, grasslands, clay grounds, and old farms. They grow well in lands that have been enriched with artificial fertilizers and horse manure.