Seed dormancy

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seed_dormancy)

A dormant seed is one that is unable to germinate in a specified period of time under a combination of environmental factors that are normally suitable for the germination of the non-dormant seed. Dormancy is a mechanism to prevent germination during unsuitable ecological conditions, when the probability of seedling survival is low. (Wikipedia)

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29-May-2013

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