Rapid Rhizo Pre-Poured Sterilized Agar Plates (5-Pack)
Rapid Rhizo Pre-Poured Sterilized Agar Plates (5-Pack) is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Description
Description
These Rapid Rhizo pre-poured agar plates come 5 to a pack and use a custom nutrient and yeast blend that encourages fast, aggressive rhizomorphic mycelium — ideal for cleaning up samples, isolating top genetics and showcasing final transfers.
Each 90 x 15mm plate holds 20 mL of agar, sterilized at 18 PSI for 30 minutes and machine-poured fresh in our clean-room workflow, then sealed in polyolefin packaging to help preserve moisture. The 5-pack is a good size for trying Rapid Rhizo or finishing a handful of isolations.
- 5Plates per pack
- 90 x 15mmPetri dishes
- 20 mLAgar per plate
- 18 PSI30 min sterilized
- 3–4 wksRefrigerated
360° view: see the style of growth, fill level and finish of each pre-poured plate.
Why rhizomorphic growth matters
- Stronger sectors – Rhizomorphic mycelium grows in threadlike strands that spread fast and colonize efficiently, unlike fluffy tomentose growth.
- Easier selection – Strong sectors stand out, so it's easier to pick the fastest growth for transfer.
- Cleaner genetics – Built for 2nd and 3rd transfers that isolate clean cultures.
- Showcase plates – Great for final "keeper" cultures.
- Consistent fills – Machine-dispensed at 20 mL per plate.
What's included
- 5 pre-poured, sterilized Rapid Rhizo agar plates (90 x 15mm, 20 mL each), sealed in polyolefin packaging
How to use agar plates
- Work clean. Open plates only in front of a flow hood or inside a still air box.
- Transfer in. Place a clean wedge from an earlier plate, a small piece of tissue, or a drop of culture onto the agar.
- Seal. Wrap the edge of the plate with lab poly film.
- Incubate. Watch for rhizomorphic mycelium to spread across the surface.
- Select and expand. Cut the strongest sector with a sterile scalpel and move it to a fresh plate, grain jar, spawn bag or liquid culture.
Workflow tip: Many growers start spores on LME/MEA, clean up on early transfers, then finish on Rapid Rhizo, or use Black MEA when contrast matters.
Which agar plate should I choose?
| Agar type | Best for | Why growers use it | Stage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rapid Rhizo (this listing) | 2nd and 3rd transfers, clean isolation, showcase plates | Encourages aggressive, threadlike growth that's easy to select and preserve | After first clean-up → final transfers |
| Regular LME / MEA | Spore germination, first plates, contamination checks | A reliable baseline that makes early growth and contaminants easier to evaluate | Start here → first transfer |
| Black MEA | High-visibility growth, photo-friendly plates, subtle sector spotting | Dark background makes mycelium edges, sectors and early contaminants stand out | Any stage, especially evaluation |
| Manure-enriched conditioning agar | Preparing cultures for bulk substrates, performance testing | Conditions cultures to richer media and shows how genetics behave on supplemented nutrition | Mid-to-late stage, after a clean culture |
See how our plates are made
Behind the scenes: our clean-room agar prep and machine pouring workflow.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | Myco Labs |
| Quantity | 5 plates |
| Dish size | 90 x 15mm |
| Fill | 20 mL per plate |
| Media | Rapid Rhizo custom nutrient and yeast blend |
| Sterilization | 18 PSI for 30 minutes |
| Production | Machine-poured, cooled and capped under UV-C, labeled and sealed |
| Packaging | Sealed in polyolefin packaging |
| Storage | Refrigerate; use within 3–4 weeks for best results |
Need more plates?The Rapid Rhizo 10-pack covers a full round of transfers. Round out your setup with sterile scalpels and lab poly film.
FAQ
What is Rapid Rhizo agar best for?
2nd and 3rd transfers, clean isolation and showcase plates. Its nutrient and yeast blend encourages aggressive, threadlike rhizomorphic growth that's easy to select.
What's the difference between rhizomorphic and tomentose growth?
Tomentose mycelium looks fluffy and matted. Rhizomorphic mycelium grows in strong, threadlike strands that spread rapidly and colonize efficiently, which is why growers select for it.
How much agar is in each plate?
Each 90 x 15mm plate is machine-filled with 20 mL of agar.
How should I store them?
Refrigerate the plates and use them within 3–4 weeks for best results.
