Melmac Isolated Spore Syringe

Description

Melmac Isolated Spore Syringe

Melmac is a classic legacy spore variety historically associated with Homestead PE (popularly referred to as “Melmac”). The Homestead Book Company—known for mainstream mycology publishing—closed in 2017, but archival notes trace this lineage to the early 1980s with documentation by Rich Gee referencing Amazonian material. Over decades, Melmac has been preserved for clear visual markers under magnification and for its enduring place in mycology archives.

• Origin & Background – Legacy entry tied to Homestead PE; archival notes cite early-1980s documentation (Rich Gee; Amazonia). Preserved for research and historical reference.

• Macromorphology (Microscopy Focus) – Large cap profile with robust, sometimes wrinkled stipe textures; stipes are typically solid rather than hollow. Many collections note a subtle greenish surface cast in mature specimens. Gill structures present medium-to-large with varied spacing, offering readable contrast on slides.

• Microscopic Features – Spores typically purple-brown, ~7 × 12 µm. Field notes indicate reduced or intermittent visible spore release; the isolated syringe format provides consistent material for slide preparation and comparative observation.

• Preparation & Quality – Produced in sterile conditions under UPLA filtration and suspended in an aqueous medium for microscopy; 30-day quality guarantee.

• Research & Collectibility – A legacy lineage valued for taxonomy records, phenotype comparisons, and archival catalogs; often studied alongside other PE-heritage entries.

⚠ Spores are intended for microscopy, taxonomy, and novelty purposes only.