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Chinese Agricultural Science Bulletin ›› 2004, Vol. 20 ›› Issue (3): 187-187.

Special Issue: 园艺

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Studies on the Storage Physiology of Balsam Pear Seeds with Different Moisture Contents

Zhang Shijun,Chen Runzheng   

  • Online:2004-06-05 Published:2004-06-05

Abstract: The paper dealt with the storage effect of different moisture contents on balsam pear(Momordica charantia L.) seeds. Seeds were dried by desiccator Cacl2 to 4 levels of moisture content(5.85%,4.09%,3.45% and 2.71%) respectively. Control seeds were stored openly. Seeds were sealed in clean bottles. Every three months germination percentage, vigor index, aging test, conductivity, volatile aldehyde were measured. After one year the results showed that Balsam pear seeds' viability and vigor decreased quickly when stored openly. Seeds being dried could be stored well. Seeds' viability and vigor increased with MC declined. Balsam pear seeds with 2.71% MC had the best storing result.