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Psilocybe Cubensis Spore Vials
A spore vial is a sealed vial containing a sterile suspension of Psilocybe cubensis spores, made to keep a strain stable in storage until it is needed for microscopy. Each Mondo spore vial holds 10 ml, is prepared under sterile lab conditions, is checked for quality before shipping and comes with a syringe with needle and disinfectant wipes. The nine classic lines are the same as our spore syringes.
Why choose a spore vial
The spore vial is the storage format of our spore range. Because the vial is sealed, the spore suspension inside stays closed off until you decide to sample it. That suits two kinds of buyer: someone who wants to build a reference collection of several strains and look at each one when the time comes, and someone who wants a stock sample of a strain alongside a syringe that is already in use. A vial can be used directly for microscope slide preparation as well. The background of this format is covered in our article on spore vials and genetics preservation.
Spore vial vs spore syringe
| Spore vial | Spore syringe | |
|---|---|---|
| Volume | 10 ml | 20 ml |
| Packaging | Sealed vial | Ready-to-draw syringe |
| Included | Syringe with needle, disinfectant wipes | Needle, disinfectant wipes |
| Main purpose | Storage, stock sample | Quick slide preparation |
| Strains | Same nine classic lines | Same nine classic lines |
If you plan to work with a strain soon, the spore syringe is the quicker option. If you want to keep it on hand, take the vial.
Available strains
- Golden Teacher: golden-caramel caps; the benchmark strain for comparison work.
- McKennaii: a lab-selected line with dense fruiting bodies.
- B+: a forgiving, adaptable classic and a common second reference.
- Amazonian: unusually large, wide caramel caps and thick, fibrous stems.
- Cambodia: a Southeast Asian line linked to the Angkor Wat region.
- Thai: caramel-brown caps on slender stems, from a tropical lowland habitat.
- Mazatapec: a traditional line traced to the Mazatec region of Oaxaca, Mexico.
- Mexicana: a cubensis line from a long-standing Mexican lineage.
- PES Hawaii: wide, bell-shaped caps.
The 13 hybrid lines are not available in vials; they are sold as spore swabs. See the spores overview to compare all three formats.
Storage and legal status
Store spore vials in the fridge and keep them closed during storage. Spores are dormant, so a closed vial asks for nothing else. Spore vials are sold strictly for microscopy, taxonomy, educational and research purposes. Spores contain no psilocybin, but their legal status differs per country, so check your local laws before ordering.
Frequently asked questions
What is a spore vial used for?
A spore vial is used to store Psilocybe cubensis spores in a sealed container and to sample them for microscopy when needed. It is the format of choice for keeping a stock sample or a reference collection of strains.
How much does a Mondo spore vial contain?
Each spore vial contains 10 ml of sterile spore suspension of one Psilocybe cubensis strain. A syringe with needle and disinfectant wipes is included.
How do I store a spore vial?
Keep the spore vial in the fridge and leave it closed during storage. The spores are dormant, so they do not need any other care while stored.
Is a spore vial better than a spore syringe?
Neither is better; they do different jobs. A spore vial is sealed and made for storage, while a 20 ml spore syringe is ready to draw for quick slide work. Both come in the same nine strains.
Does a spore vial contain psilocybin?
No. A spore vial contains Psilocybe cubensis spores, and spores contain no psilocybin. The legal status of spores differs per country, so check your local laws before ordering.
