Psilocybe mexicana

Psilocybe mexicana

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Fungi ›Phylum: Basidiomycota ›Class: Agaricomycetes ›Order: Agaricales ›Family: Hymenogastraceae ›Genus: Psilocybe

About

Psilocybe mexicana is a psychedelic mushroom. Its first known usage was by the natives of Central America and North America over 2,000 years ago. Known to the Aztecs as teonanácatl from Nahuatl: teotl "god" + nanácatl "flesh." This species was categorized by French botanist Roger Heim.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Psilocybe mexicana?
The scientific name of Psilocybe mexicana is Psilocybe mexicana.
What is the conservation status of Psilocybe mexicana?
The Psilocybe mexicana has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
What kingdom does Psilocybe mexicana belong to?
Psilocybe mexicana belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does Psilocybe mexicana belong to?
Psilocybe mexicana belongs to the phylum Basidiomycota.
What class does Psilocybe mexicana belong to?
Psilocybe mexicana belongs to the class Agaricomycetes.
What order does Psilocybe mexicana belong to?
Psilocybe mexicana belongs to the order Agaricales.
What family does Psilocybe mexicana belong to?
Psilocybe mexicana belongs to the family Hymenogastraceae.
What genus does Psilocybe mexicana belong to?
Psilocybe mexicana belongs to the genus Psilocybe.