Golden Mammoth Spore Syringe

Golden Mammoth is one of the only Psilocybe cubensis strains that was deliberately engineered rather than wild-collected. Developed by Canadian mycologist SporePod in the early 2000s, this strain went through years of selective isolation with a single goal: genetic stability. Where most cubensis strains carry the unpredictability of wild genetics, Golden Mammoth was bred to produce uniform, contamination-resistant results generation after generation.

Microscopy Characteristics

Golden Mammoth produces spores that are dark purplish-brown in deposit, with a notably dense and even print pattern. Individual spores are ellipsoid, approximately 8.5–10 x 5.5–7 micrometres — slightly larger than average for Psilocybe cubensis. Each spore displays a thick, well-defined cell wall and a visible germ pore, making identification straightforward even for first-time microscopists. A single syringe yields 20–30 slides.

Strain Background

Created by SporePod, a Canadian mycologist who spent years selectively isolating cubensis genetics for stability and contamination resistance. The strain was released to the public in the early 2000s and quickly gained a devoted following, particularly among Canadian researchers. It is one of the few strains with a verifiable, traceable lineage through documented public records.

Storage & Handling

Store the Golden Mammoth spore syringe 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 makes Golden Mammoth different from wild-collected cubensis strains?
Golden Mammoth is one of the few cubensis strains deliberately bred rather than collected from the wild. Selective isolation for stability and contamination resistance means more predictable spore morphology from batch to batch. Spores are also larger than average (8.5–10 µm), making them easy to identify under standard light microscopy.

Every syringe is prepared in our Canadian cleanroom under 99.99% HEPA-filtered laminar flow hoods and visually inspected under magnification before shipping.