Seed priming, a pre-sowing technique that enhances the antioxidant/DNA repair activities
during the pre-germinative metabolism, still retains empirical features. We explore for the …

Since ancient times, roses have graced homes and gardens as an ornamental plant. Roses
are used for many different ornamental purposes as cut flower, garden plant, and pot plant …

Seed priming protocols implement incomplete imbibition phases, as well as physical,
chemical or biological treatments, to activate pre-germinative metabolism and stress …

Seed priming can circumvent poor germination rate and uniformity, frequently reported in
eggplant (Solanum melongena L.) and its crop wild relatives (CWRs). However, there is still …

During seed imbibition, lipids are engaged in membrane reorganization while facing free
radical-mediated oxidative injury. In the present work, we explored changes in lipid …

Seed longevity is a complex trait that depends on numerous factors. It varies among species
and populations, and within different seed morphs produced by the same plant. Little is …

In the cut flower market, traditional breeding is still the best way to achieve new rose
cultivars. The geographical delocalization of cultivar constitution (generally made in Europe …

Xanthoceras sorbifolium with high oil content in seeds has been used for various purposes,
including as edible oil and feedstock for biodiesel production; however, the large-scale …

Trehalose, a non-reducing disaccharide with multiple functions, among which source of
energy and carbon, stress protectant, and signaling molecule, has been mainly studied in …

Roses are one of the most highly produced and purchased ornamental plants worldwide.
Procurement and preservation of pollen is essential for the production of diverse rose …