Psilocybin, the primary psychoactive component in “magic mushrooms” of the genus Psilocybe, has recently gained attention not only as a popular recreational drug but also in the realm of medicine for its potential therapeutic benefits.  How is psilocybin produced by magic mushrooms? Notably, the psilocybin found in magic mushrooms has shown promise in treating depression, addiction, and anxiety, reaching advanced stages of clinical trials as a potential pharmaceutical treatment. Now, a study led by the Medical University of Innsbruck has comprehensively examined how psilocybin is produced by...