Description
Genus and Species: Penicillium chrysogenum
Optimal Growth Medium: Potato Dextrose Agar
Optimal Growth Temperature: 25° C
Package: Plate
Biosafety Level: 1
Fungal Rank: Ascomycetes
This fungi culture (rank: Ascomycetes) is a common source of penicillin. It is cultured on potato dextrose agar at 25° C on a plate. Each culture contains enough material for a class of 30 students. Cultures are guaranteed as to genera and purity. Fungi cultures are labeled by name and media on which they are cultivated. Fungi should be incubated at room temperature (25° C). Special packaging and transportation costs are extra.