Spore syringes contain reproductive mushroom cells in a solution of sterilized water. They are used for microscopy and taxonomy purposes. They do not contain any psychedelic chemicals, so they are legal in most states.
To make a spore syringe, you will need distilled water, a shot glass, and a pressure cooker. You will also need a spore print and a needle.
How to make a spore syringe
The first step in making your spore syringe is to sterilize your tools. This can be done by either using a flame or an alcohol swab. Once you have sterilized your tools, you need to prepare the spore solution.
To do this, place some sterile water in a shot glass or other container. Then, take a scalpel and carefully scrape the spores into the water. You can get several syringes from one print, although it will depend on the size of the spore print and how dark it is.
The next step is to add the spore solution to your syringe. Once you have done this, put the needle into the syringe and draw up some water, trying to avoid air bubbles. Once you have a full syringe, keep it at room temperature for a couple of days. This will allow the spores to hydrate properly. This will give you a more even distribution of spores when you inject them.
Materials
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To make a spore syringe, you will need several items. First, you will need a sterile box. This will significantly reduce the probability of contamination. Next, you will need a scalpel and sterilized water. Finally, you will need a syringe and breathable tape.
The syringe is sealed with a cap known as a Luer lock. Hold the syringe with its cap pointing up. Unscrew the cap and detach the needle from its sterile package (leave the protective cap on the needle). After this, shake the syringe for a few seconds before using it to inoculate a sterile substrate. The syringe should contain hydrated spores in the water, but not yet fully grown mycelium. This will give the spores an optimal chance of success.
Preparing the spore syringe
Once you have sterilized the syringe and the scalpel, you are ready to make your first spore solution. Transfer 10 mL of sterile water to a shot glass or small dish. Carefully remove the spore print and, using a scalpel, scrape the spores into the water. Then, empty the syringe back into the glass and repeat this process a few times to ensure that there is an even distribution of spores in the water.
It is important to work in a sterile environment when making a spore solution, so I recommend doing this in front of a flow hood or inside a still air box. The spores will be exposed to free air for a long period of time, so it is crucial to wipe down your tools and sterilize them thoroughly with 70% alcohol or flame.
After the spores are fully hydrated, they can be injected into the substrate upon which you will grow your mushrooms. In most cases, this will be sterilized grain spawn, but it can also be fresh psilocybin mushroom spawn.
Injecting the spores
Spores are the reproductive cells of fungi. They are similar to seeds, but they can grow independently from a parent fungus. Spores are produced in the gills of mushrooms, and they fall from the cap when a mushroom matures. Spores are collected from a mushroom by scraping it for powder and then transferring the spore powder to a glass vial filled with sterile water.
After the spores have been dissolved in the water, draw some of the spore water up into the syringe body. Fill the syringe until it is almost full, and then empty half of the spore water back into the glass of spore water. This will help to evenly distribute the spores throughout the spore solution.
Once the syringe is filled, cap the needle with a luer lock and place it in the refrigerator. Spore syringes should be stored in the fridge between 2C-8C Celsius or 35F-46F Fahrenheit. They can be used for up to 12 months.Psilocybin spore syringe
