Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to implementations of systems and methods for plant tissue sampling utilizing a sampling clip. The clip may be used to obtain a tissue sample of a plant and retain the sample for subsequent analysis. The clip, including the sample, may be shipped (if necessary) without the user ever needing to contact the sample directly. In many implementations, the sample may be automatically extracted from the clip for analysis without requiring human intervention. As a result, cross-contamination possibilities may be avoided or eliminated. The clip and/or sample collectors may be disposed of after use or sterilized in a group.