Redboy Spore Syringe

Redboy breaks the single most consistent rule in Psilocybe cubensis identification: spore color. While virtually every cubensis strain produces dark purplish-brown to black spore deposits, Redboy drops reddish-brown spores — a stable genetic mutation that makes it one of the most visually distinctive strains under the microscope. For researchers studying spore color variation within a single species, Redboy is irreplaceable.

Microscopy Characteristics

Redboy spores are ellipsoid, measuring approximately 8–10 x 5.5–6.5 micrometres, with a moderately thick cell wall and visible germ pore. The defining feature is color: under transmitted light microscopy, Redboy spores appear distinctly reddish-brown to rusty-brown rather than the standard purplish-brown of typical cubensis. This color difference is immediately apparent when comparing a Redboy slide against a Golden Teacher or B+ reference slide. The reddish coloration is a heritable genetic trait that persists across generations.

Strain Background

Redboy’s exact origin is not well-documented. It is believed to have originated in the southern United States as a spontaneous mutation from standard cubensis genetics. The reddish spore coloration results from a mutation affecting pigment production in the spore wall. Importantly, this trait is stable — it does not revert to standard coloration over successive generations.

Storage & Handling

Store the Redboy 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

Why are Redboy spores reddish instead of purple-brown?
Redboy carries a stable genetic mutation that alters pigment production in the spore wall. Standard cubensis spores get their purplish-brown color from specific pigmentation pathways — Redboy’s mutation disrupts this, producing reddish-brown spores instead. This trait is heritable and does not revert across generations.

How can I best observe the red coloration?
The reddish-brown color is most visible in spore deposits rather than individual suspended spores. Let a drop from the syringe dry on a slide, then examine under 100x–400x magnification. Compare directly against a Golden Teacher or B+ slide for the clearest contrast.

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