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Effects of pre-germination treatments, desiccation and storage temperature on germination of Carissa edulis, Vangueria madagascariensis and Ximenia americana seeds
Author(s): N. T. Maara, M. Karachi and J. O. Ahenda
Month: Apr
Year: 2006
Publication Type: Article
Journal: Journal of Tropical Forest Science
Journal Link: http://www.frim.gov.my/?page_id=1826
Volume: 18
Issue: 2
Pages: 124-129
Article Topic(s): Germination,Seed storage
Research Setting(s): Laboratory
Species Referenced: Ximenia americana (Tallow wood),
Abstract
Evaluates the effects of desiccation, storage temperature and duration, and pre-germination treatments on the germination of three species including Ximenia americana. Reducing moisture content and temperature during storage reduced viability of X. americana seeds. Aging also reduced germination. Pre-germination treatments did not increase germination, although germination in control treatments was greater than 70 percent. Nipping seeds reduced germination and placing seeds in boiling water was lethal.Suggested Citation
N. T. Maara, M. Karachi and J. O. Ahenda. "Effects of pre-germination treatments, desiccation and storage temperature on germination of Carissa edulis, Vangueria madagascariensis and Ximenia americana seeds." Journal of Tropical Forest Science 18.2 (2006): 124-129.Go back