As a matter of fact, this situation, which is based on some kind of “chemical”, is not seen in every mushroom.

In fact, these species, which give a very different feeling from the usual mushrooms, are formed because of an element they produce. Well, what is that?

Mushrooms are organisms that play many roles in the ecosystem.

They synthesize not only the basic elements required for their growth, but also the secondary metabolites whose biological functions are quite special. In the midst of these secondary metabolites, there are hallucinogenic compounds that can create spiritual effects in some varieties.

Do not think that elements for psilosibin are effective on human beings. These are the seduction of an evolutionary strategy developed by the mushrooms with their ambition to protect themselves and to ensure superiority in their interactions with the organisms around them.

But why do mushrooms produce these chemicals?

Many types of mushrooms have developed chemical defense systems to survive in the face of ecological pressures. For example, Amanita Muscaria (Fly Mushroom), varieties, hallucinogenic and toxic properties Muscimol and Ibotenic Acid produces compounds. These compounds see a chemical shield function that provides the defense of the fungus itself.

Thus, mushrooms are protected from potential threats to insects that can eat themselves. The effect of hallucinogenic compounds changes the behavior of living things by affecting the border system, although not directly lethal poison.

The structure of psilosibin is connected to the serotonin receptors in the brain and forces them to behave differently.

This prevents the mushroom from feeding by affecting the natural enemies of the mushroom, thus allowing the fungus to grow in a more faithful environment. In short, we can say that the survival system.

Research shows that the ability of mushrooms to produce hallinogenic components can spread by horizontal gene transfer in the middle of some breeds. This means evolutionically useful and increases the survival of mushrooms.

But this should not be thought of only defense.

Many types of mushrooms are shopping with plants by establishing mycorrhizasis. Hallucinogenic mushrooms also make a relevance with the roots of the tree. Mushrooms keep the insects away with components and components, while providing the plant an indirect advantage.

The evolutionary system behind the production of hallinogenic components of mushrooms is shaped by the natural selection. If a feature contributes to the survival of the organism, this feature can spread. These kinds of mushrooms can survive by producing these chemical components and producing more sports while producing less losses.

This is the basis of the strategy of survival, as we can see, only “magic” does not remain boundary.