The Compounds in Psychedelic Cacti
Mescaline is the best-known phenethylamine in psychedelic cacti; but what about the other “minor” compounds in those cacti?
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More Evidence of the Chemical Compound Variability in Magic Mushrooms
Data released by Filament Health shows why it’s important to understand the basic chemical makeup of magic mushrooms.
Are Prodrugs the Next Wave of Psychedelic Drug Development?
The path toward therapeutic psychedelic-based drugs is becoming clearer as scientists understand more about how they are processed in the body.
Amanita muscaria – A Fresh Look at An Iconic Mushroom
People tread lightly with this psychoactive species because it contains toxic compounds. But what benefits may be hidden inside?
Glow Time: PsychLight Brings a Powerful Tool to Psychedelic Research
This innovation may pave the way for pharmaceuticals that act like psychedelics at the 5-HT2A receptor but don’t have hallucinogenic effects.
Comparing Psilocybin Mushrooms and Truffles: How Are They Different?
These aren’t the truffles you’ll find in a restaurant, and they’re also quite distinct from psychedelic mushrooms.
Myth Busting: Magic Mushroom Spores Have Little to do with Potency
False. Read on to find out how sporulation impacts the potency of Psilocybe cubensis.
More Details on the Psilocybin Mushroom Bluing Reaction
Lenz et al. have revised their bluing theory based on the data from their new study.
Why Don’t Magic Mushroom Spores Contain Psilocybin?
No one knows, creating an opportunity for further understanding of single psychedelic compounds in the natural world.
Genetic Determinants of the LSD Response
Sensitive to LSD? It may be in your genes.