phronima Posted June 28, 2012 I made some spore prints of a few types of mushrooms that were growing in our local park. What's the best way to store them? Can they remain viable as long as they are kept under cool, dry conditions like plant seeds? Also, is it worth while making spore prints for mycorrhizal types like porcini/morels? Thanks in advance. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
at0m Posted June 28, 2012 Cool, dark, sealed. I asked the same question a few days ago on another forum and apparently some had used prints over 5 years old. Purely anecdotal but it sounds about right. Honestly can't answer that one. Never done that myself. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sallubrious Posted June 28, 2012 I think Roger Rabbit revived some spores that were over 20 years old. They were rehydrated in a pressurised vessel. Storage is very important, a cool dark place (fridge) is definitely needed. As for the Morels, If you can come up with a method to reliably grow them you will be a very rich woman. The mycelium can be grown from spores (sometimes) but it is notoriously difficult to get it to fruit under artificial conditions. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
phronima Posted June 28, 2012 Thanks at0m and SallyD, About refridgerating the spores just so i know what would be the ideal temperature? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Distracted Posted June 30, 2012 I have a book from 1975 that came with a spore print, envelope still unopened but i can't actually see a print inside. The colder the better, the drier the better for storage. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hyphal Posted July 1, 2012 The colder the better, the drier the better for storage. But don't let them freeze! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
~Sneaky Posted July 3, 2012 Store in a Cool, Dry, Dark Place and it should keep fresh and nice for months, Start with PF TEK Google for help, ~S 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
