Agaricus Mushroom Plate Culture
Species difficulty | Intermediate |
Culture format | Agar plate |
Lab skills | Intermediate |
Shelf life | 3 months (do not refrigerate) |
Plate cultures are ideal for growers looking to make master bags, inoculate grain, make liquid culture, or make more plates.
Our agaricus plates are made to order in our in-house lab using medical-grade petri dishes. If properly stored upon arrival, they have a shelf life of approximately 3 months. Agaricus plates should NOT be stored in the refrigerator. Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight. Note that mycelium cultures require basic lab skills. Handle using sterile technique to prevent contamination.
For complete descriptions of available agaricus strains, click on the names below.
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Agaricus blazei. Our favorite almond agaricus strain, which produces fragrant relatives from the button family. Prefers temperatures above 70. DO NOT REFRIGERATE.
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Agaricus bitorquis. A warm-weather white button mushroom known as a "Tork". Fruits between 75-77. DO NOT REFRIGERATE.
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Agaricus brunnescens. The standard "Champignon" white button mushroom. Fruits in cooler weather and manure and compost-based substrates; 60-65 degrees. DO NOT REFRIGERATE.