Albino Penis Envy Revert — commonly abbreviated APER — carries the entire history of the Penis Envy lineage in its genetics. It began as standard PE, was crossed to produce the albino variant (APE), and then reverted partially from its albino expression back toward standard pigmentation. That reversion is what makes APER distinct: it expresses PE morphology with pigmentation that sits somewhere between full albino and standard cubensis coloring.
Microscopy Characteristics
APER spores are subellipsoid to ellipsoid, measuring about 11.5–17.3 × 8–11.5 µm, the published range for Psilocybe cubensis (strain-level measurements from our own slides will be added here). Spore coloration is the primary point of interest: APER spores tend toward a lighter purplish-brown than standard PE, reflecting the partial reversion from the albino lineage. Some deposits may show uneven pigmentation, with lighter and darker spores in the same field — a direct result of the revert genetics. Cell walls are thick, consistent with PE-lineage strains. Spore output is low to moderate.
Strain Background
The PE lineage progression: Standard PE (McKenna/Pollock, 1970s) → Albino Penis Envy (APE, pigment-free fruiting bodies, dramatically reduced spore output) → Albino Penis Envy Revert (APER, partial restoration of pigmentation and spore output). APER emerged from community efforts to maintain PE genetics in a more workable form — true APE produces almost no spores, making APER the most accessible way to study albino PE-lineage genetics.
Storage & Handling
Store at 2–8°C (35–46°F) in a dark location. Do not freeze. Viable for 6–12 months when properly refrigerated. Shake gently before use to redistribute settled spore material.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Revert mean in Albino Penis Envy Revert?
Revert refers to a partial reversion from the albino trait. Albino Penis Envy (APE) produces pigment-free fruiting bodies. APER has partially reverted — it regained some pigmentation (pale cream to light brown rather than white) and improved spore production, making it more practical for microscopy research than true APE.
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Bought MSS syringes. They are not done colonizing the grain yet, but they are on their way. The GT is a bit slow, the APE reverts are VERY fast compared to most PE/APE I’ve worked with before. The PE6 are even faster, strong myc growth, spiderwebby texture but clearly not cobweb mold, very clearly heavy white myc. Like I was saying, the GT and more conventional strains seem to be a bit slower, I will know more in the near future, but I’m extremely impressed with the growth of the PE variations. I will order again mostly because of the sterility of the solution, the amount for the price, and also the nice bonus I received with my order.
Arrived much earlier than expected, and look phenomenal under the scope. Highly recommended!
This strain is incredibly well developed. No problems at all with it. It definitely does NOT disappoint!
No complaints 😀
Very nice