Description
Origins: A Southern Mystery
The Hillbilly Pumpkin strain traces its roots to the original Hillbilly strain, first cultivated in the late 1990s by a Mycotopia user known as “Hillbilly” in Arkansas, USA. The Pumpkin variant emerged as a genetic offshoot when a cultivator named “Mycology Mage” isolated spores from a rare “fatass” phenotype—a mushroom with a pumpkin-like shape—leading to its distinct lineage. Despite its Southern-inspired name, the exact origin story remains shrouded in folklore, with theories ranging from Appalachian foraging to crossbreeding experiments
Appearance: A Visual Feast
The Hillbilly Pumpkin Mushroom is instantly recognizable for its striking aesthetics:
Cap: Large, round, and wavy-edged, resembling miniature pumpkins. Colors range from light caramel to golden brown.
Stem: Thick, robust, and white, contrasting vividly with the cap.
Size: Some specimens weigh over 200 grams fresh, with caps as wide as a bowling ball.
Its whimsical look has earned it accolades in psychedelic competitions, including a “Best in Show” nomination at Colorado’s Psychedelic Cup
