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Seeds morphology, anatomy, and quality of Musa balbisiana and Musa acuminata after storage Anugrah, Mertya; Qadir, Abdul; Widajati, Eny; Sukartini
Jurnal Agronomi Indonesia (Indonesian Journal of Agronomy) Vol. 53 No. 2 (2025): Jurnal Agronomi Indonesia (Indonesian Journal of Agronomy)
Publisher : Indonesia Society of Agronomy (PERAGI) and Department of Agronomy and Horticulture, Faculty of Agriculture, IPB University, Bogor, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24831/jai.v53i2.59954

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The fluctuations in seed food reserves can trigger a cascade of physiological and biochemical events that ultimately manifest as discernible changes in seed morphology and anatomy.  The purpose of this research was to evaluate seeds morphology, anatomy, and quality of Musa balbisiana “Klutuk NTT” and Musa acuminata “Sumatrana” accessions and their storability. Morphological evaluation included seed size and the weight of 100 grains. Anatomical evaluations were carried out for seed structure. The seed quality of the Klutuk NTT banana accessions was observed after being stored for 5, 25, and 41 months, while the Sumatrana banana accessions were observed after being stored for 5, 23, and 41 months. The Klutuk NTT seeds are sized 4 mm to 5.8 mm, while Sumatrana seeds are sized 4 mm to 5 mm. The Klutuk NTT and Sumatrana seeds had a seed coat, endosperm, embryo, micropyle, inner and outer integuments, chalazal, and operculum. The embryonic structure of both Klutuk NTT and Sumatrana seeds exhibited an inverted T-shape. After storage, the two accessions showed significant differences in moisture content, germination rate, vigor index, and seedling growth performance. The Klutuk NTT accessions demonstrated a significant increase in moisture content, germination rate, vigor index, and seedling emergence uniformity, suggesting improved seed performance after storage. In contrast, the Sumatrana accessions showed a significant decline in all measured parameters, except for moisture content. These results suggest that the Klutuk NTT accession may possess a physiological seed dormancy mechanism. Keywords: Banana; germination; true seed; viability; vigor
Enhancing Vigor of Cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.) Seeds Through Osmo-priming Pradana, Adhitya Vishnu; Anugrah, Mertya; A'yunin, Qurrotu; Prayogi, Adi Noor; Togatorop, Eny Rolenti
Jurnal Ilmu Pertanian Vol 10, No 3 (2025): December
Publisher : Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Gadjah Mada jointly with PISPI

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22146/ipas.111401

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Cucumber production relies heavily on high-quality seeds, yet prolonged storage often leads to a significant decline in seed vigor and viability, characterized by reduced germination and non-uniform growth. To address this challenge, invigoration techniques through seed priming offer a promising solution to revitalize aged seeds, which also aligns with global sustainability efforts in preserving genetic resources and ensuring food security. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of various invigoration treatments in enhancing the viability and vigor of expired cucumber seeds from different storage periods. The research utilized a factorial split-plot design with two factors, consisting of invigoration treatments (Control, KH₂PO₄, PEG, and Distilled Water) and storage periods (9 years, 7 years, and 5 years). The variables observed included radicle emergence (RE) at 24 and 48 hours, germination capacity, percentage of abnormal seedlings, and vigor index. The results showed that all invigoration treatments significantly improved seed performance compared to the control. The KH₂PO₄ treatment was the most effective for rapid improvement within 24 hours, showing a strong correlation (R=0.99) with increased vigor and a reduction in abnormal seedlings (R=0.85). However, distilled water showed the best performance for 48-hour RE, particularly when applied to 5-year stored seeds, reaching an 88% germination rate and the highest vigor index of 80%. In conclusion, invigoration is a viable method to restore the quality of aged seeds, with KH₂PO₄ and distilled water being recommended for optimizing the performance of specific seed lots. Future studies could further explore the field establishment of these invigorated seeds under diverse environmental stress conditions.
Enhancing Vigor of Cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.) Seeds Through Osmo-priming Pradana, Adhitya Vishnu; Anugrah, Mertya; A'yunin, Qurrotu; Prayogi, Adi Noor; Togatorop, Eny Rolenti
Jurnal Ilmu Pertanian Vol 10, No 3 (2025): December
Publisher : Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Gadjah Mada jointly with PISPI

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22146/ipas.111401

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Cucumber production relies heavily on high-quality seeds, yet prolonged storage often leads to a significant decline in seed vigor and viability, characterized by reduced germination and non-uniform growth. To address this challenge, invigoration techniques through seed priming offer a promising solution to revitalize aged seeds, which also aligns with global sustainability efforts in preserving genetic resources and ensuring food security. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of various invigoration treatments in enhancing the viability and vigor of expired cucumber seeds from different storage periods. The research utilized a factorial split-plot design with two factors, consisting of invigoration treatments (Control, KH₂PO₄, PEG, and Distilled Water) and storage periods (9 years, 7 years, and 5 years). The variables observed included radicle emergence (RE) at 24 and 48 hours, germination capacity, percentage of abnormal seedlings, and vigor index. The results showed that all invigoration treatments significantly improved seed performance compared to the control. The KH₂PO₄ treatment was the most effective for rapid improvement within 24 hours, showing a strong correlation (R=0.99) with increased vigor and a reduction in abnormal seedlings (R=0.85). However, distilled water showed the best performance for 48-hour RE, particularly when applied to 5-year stored seeds, reaching an 88% germination rate and the highest vigor index of 80%. In conclusion, invigoration is a viable method to restore the quality of aged seeds, with KH₂PO₄ and distilled water being recommended for optimizing the performance of specific seed lots. Future studies could further explore the field establishment of these invigorated seeds under diverse environmental stress conditions.