Mazatapec (MZTC)

The first sample came from the mountainous Sierra Mazateca regions of Mexico, where the strain flourishes in the grazed hillsides surrounding the small villages of the natives. Maria Sabina consumed mushrooms around the same area where the original Mazatapec strain was collected. Sabina was the shaman who first showed Wasson these magic mushrooms.

Mazatec tradition includes the use of entheogens (plants and fungi used for spiritual and ritual purposes). Mazatec shamans are known for their ritual use of psilocybin mushrooms, particularly Psilocybe caerulescens, a sacred mushroom important to the Mazatecs. 

Besides mushrooms, Mazatec shamans also use psychoactive morning glory seeds and Salvia divinorum in their rituals. 

Mazatapec has round bulbous caps with a cream-white to golden brown coloration and long white stems that become narrower from base to cap.

The caps retain this rounded appearance through maturity but tend to get a bit wider as the veil releases and the gills begin to sporulate. A pointy nipple can be noted in most caps — this becomes more pronounced after drying. This is a relatively interesting strain to look at, but it’s not winning any awards for its size.

Mazatapec mushrooms grow to around five to 10 cm in diameter and are typically 10 to 15 cm from base to cap.

The potency of this strain is roughly average compared to other P. cubensis strains. The experience is said to be more spiritual and inward-facing but not as profound as some of the more potent strains. This makes it an excellent choice for beginners looking to embark on their first mushroom journey, but the more experienced psychonaut can also enjoy it.

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