What is a spore syringe?

A spore syringe is composed of 10ml of sterile water, spores, a sterile syringe and a sterile needle. They are used as a vessel to store spores for microscopy.

What is a spore print?

Spores are collected on a piece of sturdy, clean foil for microscopy.

What is a spore swab?

A spore swab is a sterile, medical grade cotton swab that is used to collect spores from underneath the gills of a mushroom for microscopy.

What should my spore syringe look like?

Your spore syringe won’t have a set color because spores come in many colors. Spores can be bronze, black, purple or even translucent. Spore solution (sterile water and spores) may come in a dark color or look fairly light, depending on the species. Either way, we ensure each of our syringes are full of thousands of spores for your microscopy needs.

Should I see clumps of spores in my syringe?

Clumps of spores are completely normal. Mushroom spores have a slightly lower pH than water. This difference in proton concentration between the two can cause the spores to maintain a slightly negative charge. This charge, in turn, causes them to group. If you have purchased a syringe, and you are ready to view your spores under a microscope, shake the product so that the spores may disperse to prevent clogging the needle.

How long will my spores last?

Your spores can last a few months in a cool environment, in a clean plastic bag, in a small clean section in your refrigerator.

How can I pay for my order?

Due to the nature of our product, we are unable to accept credit or debit card payments. We can accept eChecks, processed by Pinwheel ASK, and Bitcoin, processed by BitPay. For detailed payment instructions, please check our How can I pay for my order? page.

Is my payment secure?

All of our transactions are secure. In addition to built-in SSl security, Shopify is also Level 1 PCI DSS compliant:
“We are very serious about securely hosting your store and have invested significant time and money to certify our solution is PCI compliant. From annual on-site assessments validating compliance to continuous risk management, we work hard to keep our shopping cart and ecommerce hosting secure.” -Shopify

I am under 21, may I still order?

In order to browse our store and purchase products, you must be 21 years old. If we become aware that you are not 21 years of age we will refund and cancel the order.

What is your return and refund policy?

If you are not satisfied with your purchase, connect with us by using the contact form under the “Contact” tab. Send us the details about your order including the order number and the reason you are not satisfied in order to be considered for a refund. Items must be in unused condition to qualify for a full refund, otherwise, only replacements. Typically we offer a replacement instead of a refund because of processing fees associated with a refund that can not be avoided. Refunds can be done after a deduction of the original shipping cost and the transaction fee associated with processing your card. Should you find your spores to be unviable or contaminated please contact us and we will send a replacement. We offer a guarantee on spores for 30 days after purchase. No returns after 30 days. Shipping charges are non-refundable.

$20.00 service charge will be charged on all returned checks.

Do you sell Psilocybe or Panaeolus spores to residents of CA, ID, or GA?

It is unlawful to send or receive Psilocybe or Panaeolus spores to and from California, Idaho or Georgia. Any orders will be refunded and canceled.

How are spores handled before I receive them?

All spore suppliers are vetted for quality and sterilization standards. Products that are assembled by Urban Psychedelics are all conducted under a professional grade flow hood with proper sterilization techniques.

How do I use a spore syringe for microscopy?

Take your spore syringe and drop about one to two drops of spores onto your slide. Place a coverslip on top of the sample to prevent evaporation or damage from the sample to the microscope. Place under your microscope and enjoy!

See our Resources page for more information.

How do I use a spore print for microscopy?

Place or scrape the spores onto your slide. Cover the sample with a cover slip (optional) and enjoy under your microscope!

See our Resources page for more information.

How do I use a spore swab for microscopy?

Take your swab, then twist and zig zag the cotton tip covered in spores over the middle of the slide. Cover the sample with a cover slip (optional) and enjoy under your microscope!

See our Resources page for more information.

Where can I find more information on microscopy?

Check our Resources page.

How do I learn more about the type of spores I am purchasing?

If you cannot find information about your desired specimen through a light google search, contact us. Let us know the exact questions you want answered so that we can get your answers directly from our suppliers.