Have you ever wondered what the strongest mushroom is? Strong can mean something different to everyone. Some people think it’s all about the most powerful visuals, but another will say it’s about how deep the trip feels or how long it lasts. It is therefore difficult to determine which is the most powerful mushroom. In this blog you will read about what all affects strength, which mushrooms are known for their intense effects and how to test for it.
What affects the strength of a magic mushroom?
How strong is a magic mushroom? It is not at all easy to answer that, because even two magic mushrooms of the same strain can differ in potency. One mushroom may feel super hard, while the one that grew next to it may feel mild. So what actually makes one mushroom stronger than another? There are several factors that affect this:
- Factors during cultivation/growth: Humidity, temperature, nutrition, fresh air. All of these play a role. The more perfect the growing conditions, the stronger the mushroom will be.
- Species: Some mushroom species are naturally more potent than others. For example, Psilocybe cubensis is a mild strain and Panaeolus cyanescens is known for its powerful effects.
- The strain: Within a strain, strains can still vary in strength. Albino Penis Envy is a strain within Psilocybe cubensis that is much stronger than most other strains.
- Drying and storage: If you don’t dry and store mushrooms properly, they can lose much of their potency.
So if there is someone who says that a certain mushroom is the strongest, you can ask yourself if that is really a very potent mushroom species or strain, or if that happened to be a strong mushroom from that particular culture?
What species are known as the strongest magic mushroom?
When you start using magic mushrooms, it is important to know what effects to expect. So find some information about magic mushrooms first. If you are a beginner, especially don’t go for the strongest mushrooms. Its effects can be so intense that it will feel terrifying. These effects can be physical, mental and emotional. The mushrooms listed below are not suitable for beginners.
There are three types of magic mushrooms known for their intense effects, even at low doses:
- Psilocybe azurescens: Also called the Flying Saucers, these mushrooms have made a name for themselves as some of the most potent mushrooms in the world. Paul Stamets, who gave the mushroom its name, has even said that he actually considers azurescens almost too strong. Like other magic mushrooms, it causes hallucinations, distortion of time, euphoria, but then the effects are ten times stronger than normal magic mushrooms. And be careful, experiences have been reported where users became temporarily paralyzed and unable to move their muscles (Technology Networks, Sept. 1, 2021).
- Psilocybe cyanescens: also called Wavy caps. This strain is also known for its intense visual effects, which are much stronger than the better-known strains of psilocybe. This strain, according to research aeruginascin, a compound that may contribute to its psychoactive effects.
- Panaeolus cyanescens: This species of mushroom is also called Copelandia and is also one of the strongest mushrooms known. Users report that a trip goes fairly smoothly and involves fewer stomach upsets. The visuals come on quickly and powerfully.
Retrieved from Erowid.org is an overview of the most potent magic mushrooms and the concentrations of active ingredients they contain. If you are an experienced psychonaut and are looking for potent magic mushrooms, then these three are probably of interest to you. But remember: more powerful is not always better. In addition, these magic mushrooms can cause side effects such as nausea, confusion, intensifying anxious feelings and paranoia. It is also not recommended to go for these powerful mushrooms if you have little or no experience with magic mushrooms.
How is the strongest mushroom tested?
Now that we have explained what the strongest magic mushroom is and what the effects are, you may also be wondering how is actually tested, how strong a magic mushroom is? This is done in laboratories. Here it is possible to examine how much psilocybin and psilocin (the psychoactive substances that cause hallucinations) are present in a magic mushroom. Simply put, the higher the concentrations, the more potent the mushroom.
But then again, it’s not that simple. Test results may vary. Different results are obtained in one laboratory than in another. Mushrooms are also not uniform: different mushrooms from the same culture can differ, but even portions of a mushroom can differ. Thus, the cap may contain more psilocybin than the stalk. So we can get some indication from laboratory research, but it certainly doesn’t tell us everything about magic mushrooms.
Is it always better to go for the strongest mushroom?
Those who want to trip might think it must be great to choose the strongest magic mushroom. But it is really wise to think about this carefully. Some people like intense trips, deeply felt emotions and powerful hallucinations. But ask yourself if that’s really what you want. A less intense trip can give you a more valuable experience. Trips can certainly be overwhelming or terrifying, too. Retrieved from Medical News Today explains that additional effects may include dizziness, confusion, lack of coordination and paranoia. With more potent magic mushrooms, these effects can be even more intense than with milder versions.
In addition, when a magic mushroom is enormously potent, it is also easy to take too much of it. A half-gram dose may seem too small, but even that can arrive more violently than expected. There is little room to make mistakes, so be aware of that.
If you want to take one of the strongest magic mushrooms, make sure you weigh your dose carefully and start with a low dose. You can then slowly increase the dose as you get better at knowing how you react. But there is also plenty of choice in magic mushrooms with less intense effects.
Be careful with magic mushrooms, whether a mushroom with severe effects or a milder one. Mushrooms can have unexpected effects. People who suffer from mental symptoms are better off not using magic mushrooms. It is also wise to always arrange for a trip sitter. This is a close friend or associate who stays sober and keeps an eye on your safety. Seek advice from your doctor if you are on medication or are unsure about the safety of magic mushrooms in your situation.
Medical perspective on the use of magic mushrooms
Note from Medical Experts:
The effects of psilocybin mushrooms can vary greatly depending on the dosage, your mental state (set) and the environment in which you use them (setting). According to the U.S. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), psilocybin can cause hallucinations, anxiety and impaired judgment. Its use is strongly discouraged for people with a history of mental illness unless under professional supervision.
For medically based information, visit the website of the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)..
This blog is intended as a source of information; it is not medical advice.


