Natal Super Strength Spore Syringe

Natal Super Strength — commonly abbreviated NSS — is a selected isolate of Psilocybe natalensis that has gained rapid popularity among advanced microscopy researchers. While standard natalensis provides a cross-species comparison point against Psilocybe cubensis, NSS represents a further refinement: an isolate selected for specific traits that distinguish it from the broader natalensis gene pool.

Microscopy Characteristics

NSS spores are ellipsoid to subellipsoid, dark purplish-brown to dark brown, measuring approximately 7.5–10 x 5–7 micrometres. Compared to standard natalensis, NSS spores tend toward the larger end of the natalensis range, with a slightly thicker cell wall. Under high magnification (400x–1000x), NSS spores show the characteristically smoother wall texture of natalensis — distinctly different from the grainier appearance of cubensis spore walls.

Strain Background

Natal Super Strength is an informal name used within the mycology community for a specific Psilocybe natalensis isolate. NSS is still Psilocybe natalensis at the species level. The name reflects the community’s interest in this particular isolate’s distinctive traits. Studying both NSS and standard natalensis side-by-side gives researchers insight into how isolation and selection affect morphology within a single species — a parallel to how cubensis variants like Penis Envy diverged from the cubensis norm.

Storage & Handling

Store the Natal Super Strength 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

Is Natal Super Strength a different species from standard natalensis?
No. NSS is a selected isolate of Psilocybe natalensis — the same species. Natal Super Strength is a community-assigned name for this particular lineage, not a formal taxonomic classification.

Should I buy both NSS and standard natalensis?
If you are interested in studying how selection affects morphology within a single species, yes. Having both allows comparison of spore size distribution, wall thickness, and deposit density between a selected isolate and the broader gene pool.

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