Research Article | Published: 01 September 2007

Pod and seed characteristics and effect of pretreatment on seed germination of Acacia robusta Burchell.

Nawa Bahar

Indian Journal of Forestry | Volume: 30 | Issue: 3 | Page No. 333-336 | 2007
DOI: https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps1000-2007-18DM95 | Cite this article

Abstract

Acacia robusta, a multipurpose tree species produces hardcoated and dark brown colour seeds. Seed has physical dormancy due to hardiness of testa. Suitable pretreatment to break the dormancy was investigated. Germination was enhanced from 36.80% (untreated) to 92.00% (mechanical scarification). Although mechanical scarification treatment gives early, uniform and highest germination but it is not practicable in large-scale purposes. Therefore, hot water soaking for 24 hours or sulphuric acid for 15 minutes soaking is recommended.

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Bahar, N., 2007. Pod and seed characteristics and effect of pretreatment on seed germination of Acacia robusta Burchell.. Indian Journal of Forestry, 30(3), pp.333-336. https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps1000-2007-18DM95

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Manuscript Published on 01 September 2007

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