The Fly Agaric or Amanita muscaria is by far the most recognizable mushroom in the world. Its iconic red cap with white dots is known around the world as a classic “toadstool”. In popular culture it is associated with Christmas/Santa Claus, Vikings in a berserker rage, and as a trippy mind altering mushroom (Through the Looking Glass/Alice in Wonderland). However, not all the popular assumptions made about this mushroom are true. . In my most recent podcast episode I debunk some of the most comm

Amanita muscaria matures from a small egg structure covered by a universal veil. Even after being picked, the mushroom continues to grow as long as it gets moisture. Here I am growing this in my Mella Mushroom Chamber (~80% humidity) and sprayed with water. This mushroom contains ibotenic acid that is mildly toxic (🤢🤮💩) and Muscimol (😵‍💫😴). You can double boil this mushroom to make it edible - but be very careful eating Amanitas as there are several deadly species. This time lapse took ~5