by basidiumeqhq | Oct 22, 2024 | Research Frontiers
How to make Lions Mane substrate Let’s explore a simple yet effective preparation of Lions Mane substrate. Creating a substrate for cultivating Lion’s Mane mushrooms involves a few key steps. Lions Mane mushroom prefers a substrate rich in hardwood...
by basidiumeqhq | Sep 10, 2024 | Mycology Spotlight
Gaston Guzman Mycologist & Anthropologist Written by: Basidium Equilibrium Meet Gaston Guzman, a mycological hero whose seminal works paved the way for future fungi experts and enthusiasts. Born in 1932 in Xalapa, Veracruz, Guzman embarked on his mycological...
by basidiumeqhq | Aug 28, 2024 | Research Frontiers
Different Colored Psilocybe Cubensis Spores For enthusiasts and researchers in the field of mycology, Psilocybe cubensis spores offer a fascinating glimpse into the genetic diversity and complexity of mushrooms. These spores, used primarily for research and...
by basidiumeqhq | Feb 3, 2024 | Uncategorized
The Beckley Foundation Neuroscience & Psychedelics The Beckley Foundation is a UK-based think tank and nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the understanding of consciousness and altered states of consciousness, particularly through research on...
by basidiumeqhq | Jan 30, 2024 | Research Frontiers, Spore Science
What are Mushroom Spores? Mushrooms, those enigmatic organisms, have an awe-inspiring secret that only a few truly appreciate – their remarkable spores. These minuscule structures are at the heart of their life cycle and serve multiple purposes, making them a treasure...
by basidiumeqhq | Apr 20, 2023 | Fungal Foraging
Hide & Seek with Morels: A Forager’s Guide to Nature’s Treasure As spring arrives, mushroom enthusiasts across the Midwest and beyond eagerly head outdoors in search of one of nature’s most elusive and prized fungi: the morel. Known for their distinctive...
by basidiumeqhq | Apr 9, 2023 | Research Frontiers
Oyster Mushrooms: Nature’s Solution for Pollution Oyster mushrooms (Pleurotus ostreatus) are not just a culinary delight; they are also an environmental powerhouse. These saprotrophic fungi are highly effective in bioremediation, capable of breaking down a wide range...
by basidiumeqhq | Apr 5, 2023 | Fungi Heritage
The Historical Role of Psilocybin Mushrooms in Indigenous Cultures Psilocybin mushrooms have been intertwined with human history for thousands of years, acting as bridges to the spiritual, the divine, and the unknown. From ancient ceremonies in Central America to...
