Albino A+

Description

The Albino A+ Magic Mushroom is a genetic isolation of the A+ strain which was bred specifically for its pale-white coloration. Like its genealogical parent, the Albino A+ grows large fruiting bodies, with a distinctly pale white cap, usually turning a darker creme color towards the center during maturation. The stalk/stem is white in color and generally long and thin. The effects of the Albino A+ are reported to be similar to A+ variety, with a good mix of euphoria, peaceful contemplation, bodily vibration, and visual stimulation.

How To Grow Albino A+ Mushrooms

Albino A+ mushrooms are fast-fruiting and relatively easy to cultivate due to their natural resistance to environmental contamination. They thrive on substrates like rye grain, brown rice flour, and wild bird seed. For beginners, an all-in-one mushroom grow kit simplifies the process and boosts success rates.

Recommended Setup

For optimal results, use a grow-chamber with grain spawn and a manure-based substrate. A tin container setup is highly effective—read our full guide here. Below is a summarized workflow:

1. Inoculate a grain bag with 3–5 cc of Albino A+ liquid culture or spores via spore syringe.
2. Colonize: Store the inoculated grain bag in a dry area, maintaining a substrate temperature of 84–86°F. Tip: Ambient room temps in the high 70s°F work best, as mycelium generates internal heat.
3. Layer Substrate: After full colonization, layer the substrate and colonized grain in the tin container, starting and ending with substrate.
4. Re-colonize: Allow 10–14 days for re-colonization.
5. Prepare Lid: Add fresh air holes to the lid and cover with micro-pore tape.
6. Fruit: Replace the lid, lower ambient temps to reduce substrate temps to 74–78°F, and maintain 90–95% humidity. Mist the chamber lid as needed.

Harvesting

Harvest when caps begin to flatten. Albino A+ mushrooms typically reach 2–5 inches, though some specimens may stretch to 10 inches.

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Albino A+ Mushroom Growing Parameters

Parameter	Details
Preferred Substrates	Rye grain, compost, pasteurized dung/straw
Substrate Temp (Colonization)	84–86°F
Substrate Temp (Fruiting)	74–78°F
Humidity/FAE	Colonization: 100% RH, 0 FAE; Fruiting: 90% RH, FAE 2–5x daily

Note: Measure substrate temps internally using a probe thermometer. We recommend multi-probe thermometers like this dual probe or quad probe thermometer for accuracy.

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Similar Strains & Recommendations

• A+ Strain: Beginner-friendly, reliable yields.
• Albino Albino A+: Unique aesthetics, same potency.
• Dixieland: Hardy, ideal for novices.
• Golden Teacher: Comparable potency, shrouded in mystery.
• Menace: Houston-origin, matches Albino A+ strength.

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Understanding Strains vs. Species

• Strain: A genetic variant within a species (e.g., Albino A+, Penis Envy).
• Species: A distinct biological classification (e.g., Psilocybe cubensis).
  Example: Blue Meanies and Aztec God are strains of P. cubensis.

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Closing Thoughts

The Albino A+ mushroom captivates with its mysterious Florida-shore origins and potency rivaling legends like Penis Envy. While its early growth aborts challenge beginners, patience rewards cultivators with prolific harvests. Pair its cultivation with resources like [The Mushroom Cultivator (P. Stamets)](The Mushroom Cultivator (P. Stamets)), psilosophy.info, and spores101.co for best results.