Taxonomy
- STRAINJedi Mind F*ck
- SPECIESPsilocybe Cubensis
- GENUSPsilocybe
What's in the Box
Overview
The Jedi Mind F*ck mushroom belongs to the Hymenogastraceae family and carries a distinctive appearance, featuring a caramel-coloured cap with a conical shape and enchanting veil. Sometimes this variety exhibits a darker cap as seen in the pictures.
Psilocybe cubensis var Jedi Mind F*ck (JMF) is a strain of uncertain origins, believed to have been identified in the early 2000s by individuals known as Myco Joe or Agar Joe. There are speculations that it might have derived from Z-strain or originated in the wild in Georgia, USA. Despite the uncertainty surrounding its beginnings, Jedi Mind F*ck has been consistently stabilised over nearly two decades.
The strain, often abbreviated as JMF, shares the enigmatic background common to many Psilocybe Cubensis varieties. In a departure from the usual naming conventions, JMF draws inspiration from the Star Wars universe, particularly the Jedi, a quasi-religious order known for using the force to maintain order and justice.
In contrast to well-established strains like Golden Teacher, utilised by indigenous people for centuries, Jedi Mind F*ck is a relatively new entrant, emerging in the early 2000s and JMF spores have proven ro be a great choice for beginner microscopists.