Research Article | Published: 30 December 2024

Seed viability in Memecylon macrocarpum (Melastomataceae): A vulnerable species of South India and Sri Lanka

Sainudeen Muhammed Shareef, Chandrasenan Rajeswary Chitra and Rejitha Joseph

Journal of Non-Timber Forest Products | Volume: 31 | Issue: 4 | Page No. 315-320 | 2024
DOI: https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps2000-2024-0G7P8N | Cite this article

Abstract

The present study was carried out to comprehend the seed viability of Memecylon macrocarpum over seed desiccation and storage. Present research work explains the effect of fresh and desiccated moisture content on viability. Seeds are being both desiccation and chilling-sensitive categorized as recalcitrant. Seed viability can be sustained up to 60% for four months when stored hermetically in 20oC. The outcome of the result will aid in ex-situ conservation and popularization of the species.

Keywords

Desiccation, Memecylon macrocarpum, Recalcitrant, Seed Germination, Storage, Viability

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Shareef, S.M., Chitra, C.R. and Joseph, R., 2024. Seed viability in Memecylon macrocarpum (Melastomataceae): A vulnerable species of South India and Sri Lanka. Journal of Non-Timber Forest Products, 31(4), pp.315-320. https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps2000-2024-0G7P8N

Publication History

Manuscript Received on 12 July 2024

Manuscript Revised on 02 December 2024

Manuscript Accepted on 26 December 2024

Manuscript Published on 30 December 2024

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