Light during stratification hastens dark-germination of loblolly pine seed

B. F. McLemore

Light during stratification hastens dark-germination of loblolly pine seed

Formally Refereed

Authors:	B. F. McLemore
Year:	1964
Type:	Scientific Journal
Station:	Southern Research Station
Source:	Forest Science

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Abstract

The amount of light that Pinus taeda L. seeds require for germination is reduced by cold moist stratification aimed at breaking seed dormancy. Irradiation with white light during stratification further fulfills the light requirement of these seeds.

Citation

McLemore, B. F. 1964. Light during stratification hastens dark-germination of loblolly pine seed. Forest Science.10(3). p. 348-349.