Variation der Alkaloidmengen in Fruchtkörpern vonInocybe aeruginascens
Planta Medica – December 01, 1987
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Summary
The psilocybin content in *Inocybe aeruginascens* mushrooms varies significantly, even among those of similar mass from the same location. This chemical analysis found no correlation between mushroom mass and its psilocybin or baeocystin levels. However, a strong relationship exists between the levels of these two alkaloids. The precise chemistry of aeruginascin, another alkaloid present, remains unknown. Understanding these natural psychedelics is vital for drug studies and chemical synthesis, contrasting with the critical need for rapid identification in cases of mushroom poisoning, where compounds like silymarin are sometimes relevant.
Abstract
INOCYBE AERUGINASCENS contains psilocybin, baeocystin, and aeruginascin with a still unknown structure in the caps and the stipes. The content of psilocybin and baeocystin has been investigated. The psilocybin and baeocystin content of mushrooms from the same location and with similar mass varied. No correlation has been found between the mass of the mushrooms and the content of psilocybin and baeocystin. There was an extensive correlation between the content of psilocybin and baeocystin. No relation between the location and the content of the indole derivatives seems to exist.