Compound Monograph
Baeocystin
Baeocystin is a minor psilocybin-related tryptamine alkaloid found in psychedelic mushrooms.
Classification
Baeocystin is a tryptamine alkaloid, part of the alkaloids class. Nitrogen-containing, often bitter and physiologically potent compounds — the group behind many of the strongest plant medicines and poisons.
Where Does It Come From? (1)
Baeocystin is a naturally occurring tryptamine alkaloid, found in Magic mushrooms. It is psychedelic.
Research & Evidence
Baeocystin is a minor tryptamine alkaloid found in Psilocybe and other psychedelic mushrooms, where it occurs alongside the principal compounds psilocybin and psilocin. Structurally it is the N-demethylated analogue of psilocybin. It is generally present in much smaller amounts than psilocybin, and its individual contribution to the mushroom experience in humans is not well characterised.
Toxicity & Safety
Because baeocystin occurs only as a minor constituent of psychedelic mushrooms, there is little isolated human data on its effects or safety. It is best understood as one component of the overall mushroom alkaloid profile rather than as a separately studied substance.