germination comments by our visitors
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Seeds from this species ......easy to germinate and need more than 1 year to
sprout.
Incubated six seeds in moist vermiculite at around 30°C One germinated after 6 months. I was told that germination
can take around 18 months. Planted the first seed in a mixture of kokohum, sand and perlite.
Submitted on 16/02/2004 by Frank Hardung f_h_bln@gmx.net
...difficult to germinate and need
more than 1 year to sprout.
Lengthy germination time is an understatement. First seed germinated
after 1 year and others are continuing after year and half. Best
to leave pointed side down 1/3 submerged into soil. No heating or
plastic covering will help. Its actually better to not cover with
plastic or baggie method with most cycads as they do not need or
like this type of dampness or humidity.
Submitted by Joseph Ayo joe@palmgarden.org
...easy to germinate and need more
than 1 year to sprout.
This species is quite peculiar in its requirements in germination.
It takes a very long time, one years is the rule. Probably the embryo
need more time to develop completely, because the seeds are very
large. Would be better to don't sow soon the seeds, but store them
in vermiculite or peat, just slightly moist, for several months.
Then, precede in the usual way. However, rate is satisfactory; just
you have to be patient.
Submitted by Angelo Porcelli angelopalm69@inwind.it
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Ratings and comments reflect individual experiences and the views of our visitors. They do not necessarily describe the most
appropriate methods, nor are they necessarily valid for all seeds or plants of this species. Germination and plant cultivation
success depends on many different factors; nevertheless, these experiences will hopefully aid you in your effort to get the
best germination results from our seeds and the best growth results from your plants.
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