Due to the explosion of claims of interspecies and intraspecies crosses we believe it is important to maintain an accurate and verified record of interspecies and intraspecies hybrids. We introduce laboratory verification of fungal interspecies and intraspecies hybrids. Multiple methods of verification to provide full confirmation of successful crosses and hybrids. With hybridization methods that leave room for uncertainty of a cross we are able to verify the successful cross or true identity of the specimen through a series of sequences potentially including whole genome as well as other laboratory techniques of isoenzyme visualization. This means any interspecies or intraspecies hybrid you are unsure of can be positively confirmed and you will be provided with the data and certification of laboratory verification of your cross or hybrid. Upon purchase you will receive an email with further instructions. Determinations happen on a case by case basis so the methodology may vary but generally a combination of sequencing, DNA fingerprinting, microscopy and other methods of genetic study are applied. Our focus is on tetrapolar basidiomycete gourmet and medicinal fungi, widely used in the industry. We also work with certain ascomycetes. However, we do not engage with any pathogenic or biologically hazardous strains.
Intraspecies = Same species crosses "Varietal Hybrids"
Interspecific = Different species crosses "Hybrids"