Snape

SNAPE – 10ML Syringe
Psilocybe cubensis | APE Isolation | EXTREME Potency Class

Potency: EXTREME
Scale:
Mild: 0.1–1.1%
High: 1.2–2.0%
Extreme: 2.1–3.0%

Origin & Genetic Lineage
SNAPE (Starry Night Albino Penis Envy) is a powerful APE-based isolation developed by Dino Spores and later refined by the renowned mycologist Yoshi. It originates from a uniquely speckled APE phenotype known as “Starry Night,” which was stabilized for its distinct visual appearance and extreme potency. The result is SNAPE: a compact, high-impact strain named after the enigmatic Severus Snape—dark, mysterious, and unrelentingly intense.

History & Community Spread
Initially circulated in private breeder circles and underground competitions, SNAPE quickly rose to notoriety for its:

Distinct veil-speckled cap aesthetics
Unmatched potency in the APE class
Genetic stability across clone lines

Its rise through cultivar cups and elite collections solidified its status as a top-tier strain for both visuals and experience.

Appearance & Morphology
SNAPE fruits are dense and compact with short, thick stems and rounded caps. Caps often exhibit deep blue or dark grey hues covered in scattered white veil speckles—giving a celestial, star-like appearance. Stems bruise heavily and quickly. Spore production is limited, typical of APE varieties, and prints range from dark purple to brown-black.

Potency & Effects
SNAPE ranks in the EXTREME category on the Tanasi Potency Scale. It is not recommended for beginners or casual settings due to its intensity. Reported effects include:

Overwhelming visual hallucinations
Profound introspective journeys
Strong ego dissolution
Deep emotional catharsis and mystical experiences

This strain is frequently chosen for ceremonial high-dose use and advanced therapeutic work.

Cultivation Notes
Colonization can be slow compared to standard cubensis strains, consistent with other PE-line genetics. SNAPE responds best to enriched substrates like CVG with manure, and prefers stable fruiting environments with high FAE. While yields are moderate, fruit quality is dense and potent. Clone runs are ideal for maximizing consistency.

Special Traits
SNAPE stands out as one of the most visually distinct and biochemically potent strains in modern collections. Its combination of APE heritage, veil-speckled cap appearance, and deeply transformative effects make it a crown jewel in the Tanasi archive.

Genetics Preserved by: Tanasi Gardens
Grain & Substrate Support by: Sacred Three Mushrooms
Testing (if applicable): Altitude Consulting