How long will a spore syringe last for?

rory420420

rory420420

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depends,i wouldnt use them past 3 months if theyve been refigerated,altho im sure its been done..i just would wanna chance contams or at the very least waste a jar..id also keep an l.c. and do away with the syringe after l.c. is . established..much simpler
 
Texas(THC)

Texas(THC)

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that's what I thought
l.c's have a much longer shelf life than a spore syringe correct? or about the same?
I had never got around to making a l.c. but have been contemplating getting back into mycology
I guess I will be getting some new spores
Thanks again
 
rory420420

rory420420

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properly stored lc have a long shelf life..if you begin to think expiration is imminent,transfer some to a new culture..
 
canndo

canndo

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Spores are not meant to keep for long periods in water. Eventually they will break down from any number of reasons. Some syringes come with activated charcoal in them, these seem to last longer. I have had some oyster mushrooms in such solution for 3 years come back to life but they were refrigerated and wrapped against the light. If you are in doubt, use some agar rather than waste your time on other instant methods.
 
casper9

casper9

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I have used syringes both stored in a warm, dark closet and a dark refrigerator for over 8 months and they both worked just fine. Although, it is much better and more convenient to just keep some spore prints on hand for long term keep.
 
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