Chia is an oleaginous seed rich in protein and fibre, and there has been a recovery in their cultivation in recent years. The objective of the present study was to investigate the effect of the addition of chia seeds or ...

The successful establishment of tree species in pastures may be related to the species used, germination conditions, and seed size. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of treatments: pre-hydration and ...

Belamcanda chinensis is an ornamental plant cultivated as a medicinal herb in its countries of origin: China and Japan. It is propagated by rhizomes and seeds, but little is known on the optimal conditions for its germination. ...

Three categories of seed storage behavior are generally recognized among plant species: orthodox, intermediate and recalcitrant. Intermediate seeds, such as Citrus, can withstand partial dehydration, but they cannot be ...

Eggplant seeds germination can be slow and uneven, justifying the use of pre-germinative treatments to improve the performance of seed lots. One option of treatment is the controlled hydration of seeds by priming. In this ...

Jabuticabeira, a species of the Myrtaceae family is native to southern Brazil, with high content of vitamins and antioxidants, making it an attractive fruit. The seed of this species is the main means of propagation, aiming ...

Understanding variation of seed germination in wild populations can assist restoration projects through improved seed source selection. Recruitment of artificially distributed seed can be improved by selecting for suitable ...

The West Indian Marsh Grass is a native grass to tropical areas of Central and South America, which grows in wetlands, supporting intermittent periods of flooding. Their forms of propagation by fragments of rhizomes, rooting ...