Indian Journal of Plant Genetic Resources
Year : 1989, Volume : 2, Issue : 1
First page : ( 41) Last page : ( 43)
Print ISSN : 0971-8184.

Effect of Storage Temperatures on Longevity of Onion Seeds

Doijode S. D.

Indian Institute of Horticultural Research, Bangalore.

Abstract

Onion cv. Nasik Red seeds were stored at different temperatures, viz, -18°C, 5°C and room temperature. Seeds were viable for 12 months under ambient conditions, whereas seed longevity was extended to 48 months at 5°C or -18°C without affecting the seedling vigour.

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