학술논문
Seed germination and seedling development in the mango (Mangifera indica L.).
Document Type
Article
Author
Source
Tree Physiology; September 1986, Vol. 1 Issue: 2 p151-160, 10p
Subject
Language
ISSN
0829318X; 17584469
Abstract
Mango (Mangifera indica L., cv Ruby) seeds taken from ripe fruit showed no dormancy. They germinated at temperatures between 5 and 40 degrees C, but germination was most rapid near the upper end of this range (25-40 degrees C). The fresh seeds had a high moisture content (85%, dry weight basis) and quickly died on dehydration. The optimal temperature for growth of the seedlings was close to 30 degrees C. High temperatures (40 degrees C) and temperatures below 15 degrees C were lethal. Growth of the stem occurred in successive flushes separated by rest periods. When the leaves of the preceding flush finished growing, the axis lengthened beneath the apical bud.