The multiple, complex risks to plant species survival are increasing, and conservation
strategies that include ex situ as well as in situ approaches are needed now more than ever …

The science is clear–significant reductions in tropical montane (TM) habitats are projected to
occur by the end of this century. Urgent action is needed to build the resilience of TM flora …

Societal Impact Statement Conservation seed banks maintain collections of many seed‐
bearing plant species, providing germplasm and data to support management of wild …

Seed banking of rainforest species is hindered by lack of knowledge as to which species are
tolerant of desiccation and freezing. We assessed 313 Australian rainforest species for seed …

Context Fifty per cent of Australian rainforest species produce orthodox seeds, but little is
known about their longevity in storage. Aims To (1) estimate the longevity of seeds of 33 …

Background and aims An integrated understanding of the ecophysiological mechanisms of
persistence of buried seeds is essential for understanding plant community dynamics and …

Premise To conserve native plants, many institutions are turning toward ex‐situ conservation
methods, such as storage in seed banks; however, not all seeds are able to survive in seed …

Detecting shifts in trait values among populations of an invasive plant is important for
assessing invasion risks and predicting future spread. Although a growing number of studies …

Abstract Background and Aims Orchid seeds are reputed to be short lived in dry, cold
storage conditions, potentially limiting the use of conventional seed banks for long-term ex …

Without knowledge of seed germination requirements, conservation seed bank collections
cannot be utilised, nor their viability monitored over time. When germination is low, deciding …