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Melmac

Melmac Magic Mushrooms: A Unique Strain of Psilocybe Cubensis


Melmac is a distinctive strain of Psilocybe cubensis magic mushrooms, with a name and characteristics that set it apart.


Name and Cultural Reference

The name "Melmac" is believed to be a nod to the American sitcom "Alf," which aired from 1986 to 1990. The show followed the friendly extraterrestrial Gordon Shumway from the planet Melmac, who crash-landed onto Earth and was taken into an American household.


Origin and Variants

Melmac is a lab-bred variant of the renowned Penis Envy mushroom. It is sometimes referred to by other names, such as "Melmac Penis Envy" or "Homestead Penis Envy." Interestingly, there are stories suggesting that Melmac shrooms may be closer to the original Penis Envy available in the 1970s than the Penis Envy cultivars sold today.


Physical Characteristics and Potency

Melmac mushrooms share some similarities with the more famous Penis Envy, including a phallic shape and strong psilocybin potency. However, they are distinguished by their unique appearance:


Deep Golden Wavy Caps: Unlike the more uniform appearance of Penis Envy, Melmac mushrooms have deep golden caps that are wavy in texture.

Warped Stems: The stems of Melmac mushrooms are warped, adding to their distinctive look.