Identify plant species. In 4 hours. In the field
FloraDecode integrates DNA extraction, amplification, sequencing and identification into one portable end-to-end workflow designed for non-experts
What is FloraDecode
An end-to-end portable DNA platform for plant species identification.
Traditional species identification still relies on laboratory-based DNA analysis — slow, costly, and dependent on specialised expertise. FloraDecode changes that. By integrating the full workflow into a portable kit, it puts accurate species identification directly in the hands of field professionals.
No lab. No specialist required. No waiting.
- Phytosanitary inspections
- Agricultural diagnostics
- Biodiversity monitoring
- Product traceability
- Research & conservation
- Border biosecurity
Field portable
Compact kit deployable anywhere mountain, border post, agricultural site.
4-hour turnaround
From sample collection to confirmed species identification in under 4 hours.
From 10 CHF / sample
Up to 10× cheaper than traditional laboratory analysis.
Non-expert use
Less than one day of training required. No molecular biology background needed.
96 samples / run
High throughput for large monitoring campaigns and intensive inspection workflows.
Automated ID
Real-time species identification against a curated database of 40,000+ plant species.
How it works
From sample to species — in 4 steps.
A fully portable, integrated workflow. Designed for non-experts working in challenging environments.
Extraction
Collect a tissue sample. Apply the microneedle extraction patch directly on site.
Amplify
DNA amplified using the portable PCR device included in the kit. No infrastructure needed.
Sequence
Real-time portable nanopore sequencing directly in the field. No connectivity required.
Identify
Automated species ID matched against a curated reference database. Result delivered on-device.
Who is it for
FloraDecode for your field.
Your challenges
Lab dependency
Rapid biodiversity monitoring requires field-ready tools — not weeks of waiting for laboratory results.
Scale & throughput
Large monitoring campaigns demand high sample volumes that traditional methods cannot process on site.
Expertise barrier
Taxonomic identification requires specialists rarely available when and where fieldwork happens.
How FloraDecode helps
FloraDecode lets your team run complete DNA identification on site — no shipping, no waiting. With 96 samples per run and automated results, large-scale monitoring campaigns become manageable without specialist staff.
FloraDecode vs your current workflow
Traditional research workflow
- ✗Ship samples to central lab
- ✗Wait 7 to 14 days for results
- ✗50 to 200 CHF per sample
- ✗Results arrive too late for field decisions
- ✗Requires specialist molecular biologist
FloraDecode — Research
- ✓Analyse on site, same day
- ✓Results in under 4 hours
- ✓X CHF per sample — volume discounts
- ✓96 samples per run
- ✓No specialist needed — under 1 day training
Pricing — Researchers & Conservation
Kit — Research & Conservation
X CHF
per sample
Volume discounts available · Institutional pricing on request · Includes full kit and automated analysis software
Request a quote →Service Support
On request
per session
On-site training · Protocol development · Field assistance
Your challenges
Slow pathogen diagnostics
Plant disease identification depends on laboratory analysis — results take days while crops remain at risk.
Species verification
Verifying the identity of plant-derived products or incoming material requires expertise rarely available on site.
Decision delays
Waiting for lab results means delayed crop protection decisions — affecting compliance and operational efficiency.
How FloraDecode helps
FloraDecode enables rapid on-site diagnostics — from suspected plant disease to confirmed species identification in hours, directly at the point of need. No specialist required.
FloraDecode vs your current workflow
Traditional agricultural workflow
- ✗Send sample to diagnostic lab
- ✗Wait 5 to 10 days for results
- ✗High cost per analysis
- ✗Crop damage continues during wait
- ✗Requires trained agronomist or biologist
FloraDecode — Agriculture
- ✓On-site analysis at point of need
- ✓Results in under 4 hours
- ✓Y CHF per sample
- ✓Immediate crop protection decisions
- ✓Operable by non-specialists
Pricing — Agriculture & Agronomy
Kit — Agriculture & Agronomy
Y CHF
per sample
Pricing tailored for agricultural organisations · Volume discounts available
Request a quote →Service Support
On request
per session
Kit installation · Field training · Custom protocol development
Your challenges
Real-time border identification
Biological materials must be identified quickly at entry points — lab delays are incompatible with inspection timelines.
Preventing harmful species entry
Regulated or invasive species must be detected before entering — a single error can have major ecological consequences.
Complex compliance
Traditional DNA methods involve shipping, chain of custody, and documentation that slow inspection workflows significantly.
How FloraDecode helps
FloraDecode brings the lab directly to the border — enabling on-site species identification in hours, with no shipping required. Results are documented automatically for compliance.
FloraDecode vs traditional border inspection
Traditional phytosanitary inspection
- ✗Send sample to authorised lab
- ✗Results in 7 to 14 days
- ✗Goods held under uncertainty
- ✗Complex chain of custody documentation
- ✗Requires specialist taxonomist on site
FloraDecode — Phytosanitary
- ✓On-site identification at border
- ✓Results in under 4 hours
- ✓Z CHF per sample
- ✓Automated result documentation
- ✓No specialist required on site
Pricing — Phytosanitary & Customs
Kit — Phytosanitary & Customs
Z CHF
per sample
Institutional pricing · Volume packages for border inspection services · Compliance documentation support included
Request a quote →Service Support
On request
per session
On-site installation · Staff training · Compliance support
CASE STUDIES
Thirty Species in Three Days — FloraDecode in a Tropical Field Survey
Thirty Species in Three Days — FloraDecode in a Tropical Field Survey A botanical research team deployed FloraDecode across a remote site in Central Africa, where traditional identification methods had never been logistically feasible. What they found changed their...
FloraDecode at the Swiss Border: Identifying Regulated Plant Species in Under 4 Hours
When a shipment of ornamental plants arrived at Basel’s customs post last spring, inspectors had reason to suspect the presence of a regulated species. Traditionally, that would have meant days of waiting. With FloraDecode, the answer came in an afternoon.
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FAQ
Do I need a biology background to use FloraDecode?
No. FloraDecode is designed for non-experts. Less than one day of training is required to run the full protocol independently.
What species can FloraDecode identify?
FloraDecode identifies plant species against a curated reference database of over 40,000 species. Coverage is continuously updated.
How accurate are the results?
In field trials, FloraDecode returned species-level identification with 94–98% concordance with laboratory analysis, depending on sample quality and database coverage.
What is included in the kit?
The kit includes the extraction module, portable PCR device, nanopore sequencer, reagents for the specified number of samples, and the identification software.
Can FloraDecode be used in extreme field conditions?
Yes. FloraDecode has been tested at altitudes up to 2,600m, in temperatures from 2°C to 38°C, and in remote locations with no connectivity or mains power.
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