Goodbye Ecosphere 3.0

If you’re serious about indoor growing, picking the right grow tent system is key to creating a controlled and efficient environment. I started with the Ecosphere 3.0 from Midwest Grow Kit, and it seemed good, but over time it became clear that it was not a good fit. The plastic cover was very fragile, and I saw it separate at the points where the zipper connected to the plastic. After replacing the cover for the third time, I was fed up. The wire racks also turned out to be flimsy and a pain to deal with, especially with the fragile plastic grow tent cover of the Ecosphere.

Penis Envy Mushrooms: Understanding a Potent Psilocybin Variety

Penis Envy mushrooms represent one of the most recognizable and potent varieties of psilocybin-containing fungi in the world. Despite their somewhat provocative name, these mushrooms have earned significant attention in mycological communities for their unique appearance, potency, and the scientific questions they raise. This article explores their history, characteristics, and place in modern ethnobotanical research.

Origins and Discovery

The origin story of Penis Envy mushrooms is intertwined with notable figures in psychedelic culture. According to mycological lore, renowned ethnomycologist Terence McKenna discovered the original specimen in the Amazon rainforest during the early 1970s. He allegedly sent spores to colleagues, including mycologist Steven Pollock, who further cultivated and refined the strain. Through selective isolation, the distinctive characteristics we now associate with Penis Envy mushrooms became stabilized.