The Enigma Psilocybe Cubensis is a rare mutation stemming from two powerhouse cubensis strains, Penis Envy and Tidal Wave. Due to its unusual shape of dense mycelium kernels, the Enigma mushroom does not produce spores. Instead, it remains within a single generation through clones.

This makes cultivating Enigma mushrooms a unique challenge. Without spores, traditional propagation methods are not an option. Instead, growers must rely on tissue culture techniques to clone and perpetuate the mutation. This Psilocybe cubensis strain was used to make the Polka Dot mushroom bar.

Psychedelic Properties of Enigma Mushroom

Like other Psilocybe cubensis strains, Enigma mushrooms contain the psychoactive compounds psilocybin and psilocin. These compounds, or tryptamines, are responsible for the psychedelic effects experienced when the mushrooms are consumed.

Enigma mushrooms, however, report a total tryptamine content of 3.8%, compared to the average cubensis at 0.7%. These findings make this strain stand out as nearly four times more potent than other psychedelic mushrooms.

This mushroom’s perplexing appearance, tricky cultivation process, and potent psychoactive properties continue to attract fungal enthusiasts. Whether viewed through the lens of science, medicine, or spirituality, Enigma mushrooms are a testament to the natural world’s untapped potential.