10 Questions
What is stratification also known as?
Moist chilling
For temperate species displaying epicotyl dormancy, what type of stratification is required?
Warm followed by moist chilling
What is required for tropical and subtropical species prior to germination?
Warm stratification
When can seeds with a hard endocarp, such as Prunus spp., show increased germination?
Early in the summer or fall
When can seeds be sown after stratification for some species like palms?
Immediately after stratification
Stratification is a method of handling dormant seed where the imbibed seeds are subjected to a period of chilling to after ripen the embryo in alternate layers of sand or soil for a specific period
True
Warm stratification of several months followed by a moist chilling stratification is required for temperate species displaying epicotyl dormancy or underdeveloped embryo
True
Seeds with a hard endocarp, such as Prunus spp., show increased germination if planted early in the summer or fall
True
Tropical and subtropical species like palms require a period of warm stratification prior to germination to allow the embryo to continue development after fruit drop
True
Seeds can be sown immediately after stratification in the field
True
Test your knowledge of seed handling methods with this quiz on "Stratification." Learn about the process of chilling imbibed seeds in sand or soil to after ripen the embryo. Explore how stratification is used for temperate species with epicotyl dormancy or underdeveloped embryos.
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