About the McKennaii strain
The McKennaii psilocybe cubensis is a lab-cultivated strain — not found in the wild — developed by Dutch mycologists and named in honour of the legendary ethnobotanist and psychonaut Terence McKenna. It was designed to be one of the most potent cubensis strains available.
McKennaii mushrooms produce medium to large fruiting bodies with caramel to deep brown caps (30–60 mm) that are often slightly wavy or bulbous in shape. Stems are thick, dense, and creamy white (50–120 mm), bruising heavily blue-green when handled — a visual indicator of high psilocybin content.
The experience is intense and deeply immersive: strong geometric visuals, vivid colour enhancement, and a heavy, philosophical headspace. Effects tend to onset faster than average cubensis strains. McKennaii is the strongest strain in the GetMagic® range and is not recommended for beginners — start with Golden Teacher or Mexican if this is your first grow.
McKennaii — strain specifications
| Species | Psilocybe cubensis |
| Origin | Lab-cultivated (Netherlands) |
| Difficulty | Easy to grow, not for beginners to consume |
| Cap | 30–60 mm, caramel to deep brown, wavy and bulbous |
| Stem | 50–120 mm, thick and dense, bruises heavily blue-green |
| Spores | Dark purple-brown, 11.5–17 × 8–11 µm, subellipsoid, basidia 4-spored |
| Potency | High (strongest in GetMagic® range) |
| Optimal temperature | 24 °C (never below 20 °C) |
Frequently asked questions
How strong is the McKennaii compared to Golden Teacher?
McKennaii is significantly stronger. Golden Teacher delivers a balanced, insightful experience suitable for beginners. McKennaii produces intense geometric visuals, a heavier headspace, and effects that onset faster. If you haven’t tried mushrooms before, start with Golden Teacher and work your way up.
What yield can I expect from this 1200 ml kit?
A 1200 ml standard kit typically produces 200–400 g of fresh mushrooms across multiple flushes. Because McKennaii is highly potent, you’ll need less per session — a single kit lasts a long time. Looking for a bigger harvest? The McKennaii is also available as a 2100 ml XL kit.
Why is it named after Terence McKenna?
The strain is named in honour of Terence McKenna (1946–2000), an American ethnobotanist, author, and psychonaut known for his extensive research into psychedelic plants and fungi. McKenna’s work popularised the responsible exploration of psychedelics and inspired an entire generation of cultivators and researchers.
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