Allanblackia seeds do not germinate easily. The use of growth promoters to break dormancy has been explored, but does not promote seed germination. The storage of fruit for 6 weeks before seed extraction and/or removal of the whole testa do however enhance germination. Incubation of coatless seed (seeds with testa removed) in black or transparent plastic bags also enhances germination, and this method is widely used in West and Central Africa.
Publication year
2011
Authors
Ofori D A; Munjuga M R; Asaah E K; Simons T; Tchoundjeu Z; Jamnadass R H
Language
English
Keywords
allanblackia, germplasm, plant propagation, seeds
