Mushroom spores are like tiny fungal ‘seeds’ - they contain the genetic blueprint of the mushroom but no psychoactive compounds. In fact, ‘magic’ mushroom spores (e.g., Psilocybe Cubensis or Golden Teachers) are perfectly legal in the UK and much of Europe. They can be used for microscopy or as souvenirs; however, it becomes illegal once used to grow mushrooms in the UK.
Please check local laws before attempting to grow magic mushrooms; however, we advise against it
Our spores are viable and will grow into magic mushrooms, containing the active compound Psilocybin. Therefore, if you live in the UK, you must take special care not to introduce them into a growing environment.
Strain Selection and Genetic Quality
Our spore syringes are designed as a friendly starter kit for budding mycologists. A single drop onto your microscope slide will reveal hundreds of clean and healthy spores-it’s a thrilling introduction for a beginner into the world of fungi. Study the various shapes, colours, and structures under the microscope!
We currently stock various Psilocybe Cubensis variations including Golden Teachers, B+, and even albino variants. As all variations are the same species, the spores may appear similar, but their fruiting bodies can display wildly different characteristics and have different ‘active’ strengths.
Sterilisation and Lab Preparation
We source our spores from labs in legal countries, which ensure only fast-growing and hardy cultures are used. The quality genetics will show in your studies. Once we receive our spores, we take them into our clean-room laboratory to prepare them for sale. We purchase quality distilled water to ensure no contaminates harm your spores and then sterilise it in batches. Once cooled, we can produce our spore mixture and draw it into new sterile syringes. Once capped and sealed, the syringes are stored in clean bags, batch labelled and stored at 3°C for the best preservation. Every one of our spore syringes is produced in a laminar flow cabinet (a filtered clean-air cabinet) inside our clean room to remove airborne contaminates. This part is key, and the quality of our equipment is what sets us apart from most producers.
Quality Control – Microscopic Inspection
Mushroom spores are microscopic, hence the need for a microscope for them to be seen. It is for that reason that your spore syringe may seem to be clear or contain a few tiny clumps. Be assured that this solution will contain thousands and thousands of spores; shake them well before use and check for yourself under your microscope. It is a little-known fact that mushrooms only require two spores to grow, much like the sperm and egg that meet to produce you. Each spore germinates into a single hypha, a long filamentous structure that grows outward in search of a partner. Its growth is thin and wispy. When two hyphae meet, only then can the fruiting body or mushroom grow and continue its life cycle through spore production.
We take every precaution to ensure you only receive viable spores with no stragglers, as even one contaminant spore is enough to ruin your studies. Once our syringes are assembled and capped off, we test them ourselves under the microscope to check for contamination. A batch only becomes for sale once every result comes back clean. Any failures will mean a whole batch is scrapped.
Packaging, Storage and Shipping
We store our spore syringes in an airtight container inside our fridges. The container helps keep the outside of the syringe clean, aiding you when working with them in your labs. Kept at a stable 3°C, this temperature allows spores to remain viable for years. Your spores will stay viable in your own fridge for a minimum of one year.
Our spores are packaged in a cardboard ‘large letter’ box for protection and shipped inside discreet grey mailing bags. There are no outward signs pointing towards the contents to prevent theft of your items. We also ship our products to the whole of the UK, including Ireland and mainland Europe. If you live somewhere we don’t currently ship and our products are allowed to be sold, feel free to reach out for a shipping quote.
UK Legality and Responsible Use
We emphasise compliance and safety at every step. All our Psilocybe Cubensis syringes are clearly sold ‘For Microscopy Use Only’. This is not just a slogan – it reflects UK law. Since spores contain no psilocybin or other active compounds, UK law states it’s legal to sell and possess. But growing or implying cultivation of them is illegal. Therefore, we urge you to follow these rules; we will not sell you these items if we believe you intend to cultivate them and we will not discuss cultivation with you either. We do however, invite taxonomical or educational questions on mycology. We want hobbyists to know buying are spores is legal in the UK and most of Europe, trusting professionals such as us ensures all you receive is above board and top quality.
Tips for Mycology Hobbyists
Although magic mushroom cultivation is still illegal in the UK, growing your own mushrooms can still be an enjoyable activity. Many people grow their own Shiitake or Oyster’s using grow kits. These kits come pre-sterilised and allow you to take ownership of the complete grow cycle, including enjoying your tasty mushrooms at peak freshness. There is a multitude of mushrooms you can grow, as you progress through this hobby you will learn about different growing conditions your mushrooms enjoy and how to get the most out of each species.
Conclusion
In summary, our UK based lab produces sterile, high-quality Psilocybe Cubensis spore syringes for microscopy and souvenirs. We hand-pick the best genetics for both beginners and seasoned mycologists. Our products are produced in our state-of-the-art laminar flow hood inside our custom built clean room, ensuring the cleanest of samples and reflecting our dedication to quality, also seen in our rigorous inspection process of each batch of products. Whether you’re a curious student, biology teacher or a seasoned hobbyist, we aim to provide a friendly, educational experience – from ordering online to enjoying your spores under a microscope in just a few days! Enjoy your venture into the magical world of mushrooms, and thank you for choosing the scientific approach!