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Can solid matrix priming with GA(3) break seed dormancy in eastern gamagrass?
Author(s): C. Rogis, L. R. Gibson, A. D. Knapp and R. Horton
Month: Nov
Year: 2004
Journal: Journal of Range Management
Journal Link: http://digitalcommons.library.arizona.edu/holdings/journal?r=http://jrm.library.arizona.edu/
Volume: 57
Issue: 6
Pages: 656-660
Article Topic(s): Germination,Seed storage,Plant growth regulator
Research Setting(s): Laboratory
Species Referenced: Tripsacum dactyloides (Eastern gamagrass),
Abstract
Assesses the effects of adding gibberellic acid to solid matrix priming to enhance germination of Tripsacum dactyloides. Different systems were evaluated for conditioning seeds. The solid carriers MicroCel E and Vermiculite #5 were suitable materials for controlled hydration in seed priming of this species. Although gibberellic acid resulted in increased germination, it does not seem to be as successful at breaking dormancy as cold, wet stratification.Suggested Citation
C. Rogis, L. R. Gibson, A. D. Knapp and R. Horton. "Can solid matrix priming with GA(3) break seed dormancy in eastern gamagrass?" Journal of Range Management 57.6 (2004): 656-660.Go back