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Influence of accelerated aging and light on the physiological quality of arrowleaf sida seeds
Author(s): D.B.D. Carvalho, R.I.N.D. Carvalho
Year: 2009
Journal: Acta Scientiarum - Agronomy
Volume: 31
Issue: 3
Pages: 489-494
Article Topic(s): Germination, Light
Research Setting(s): Laboratory
Species Referenced: Sida rhombifolia (Cuban jute),
Abstract
Determines the effects of light and accelerated aging (at 0, 24, 48 and 72 hours) on the germination of Sida rhombifolia seeds. The authors conclude that accelerated aging of S. rhombifolia seeds up to 72 hours increased the quality of seeds germinated in darkness.Suggested Citation
D. B. D. Carvalho, and R. I. N. D. Carvalho. "Influence of accelerated aging and light on the physiological quality of arrowleaf sida seeds." Acta Scientiarum - Agronomy 31.3 (2009): 489-494.Go back