Responses of seed germination and protocorm formation to light intensity and temperature in epiphytic and terrestrial Liparis (Orchidaceae)

Botany ◽  
2011 ◽  
Vol 89 (12) ◽  
pp. 841-848 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chie Tsutsumi ◽  
Kazumitsu Miyoshi ◽  
Tomohisa Yukawa ◽  
Masahiro Kato
Keyword(s):  
Life History ◽  
Seed Germination ◽  
Light Intensity ◽  
Terrestrial Plants ◽  
Natural Habitats ◽  
Asymbiotic Seed Germination ◽  
Terrestrial Species ◽  
Light Intensities ◽  
Protocorm Formation

Epiphytes begin their life history with seed germination on trees and live on the trees throughout the lives. In contrast, the seeds of terrestrial plants germinate on the ground. To clarify differences in early life history between epiphytes and terrestrial species, we compared the responses of in vitro asymbiotic seed germination and protocorm formation to various light intensities and temperatures between the epiphyte Liparis fujisanensis and two closely related terrestrial species, Liparis koreojaponica and Liparis kumokiri (Orchidaceae). Epiphytic germination was higher at low temperature and under high light intensity than that of the terrestrial species. Protocorms were formed only in the dark in the three species. Field measurements of temperature and photosynthetically active radiation in six natural habitats of the species from 2005 to 2006 showed that the habitats of the epiphyte were exposed to higher light intensities than those of the terrestrial species. The high germination capability of epiphyte seeds in wider ranges of light intensity and temperature may be beneficial to its seedling growth in the early growing season in exposed aboveground habitats.

scholarly journals In vitro seed germination and seedling development of Phaius tancarvilleae (L’Her.) Blume.

1970 ◽  
Vol 9 (9) ◽  
pp. 50-52 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bijaya Pant ◽  
Sumitra Shrestha ◽  
Shreeti Pradhan
Keyword(s):  
Acetic Acid ◽  
Seed Germination ◽  
Seedling Development ◽  
Naphthalene Acetic Acid ◽  
Ideal Condition ◽  
Ms Medium ◽  
Mass Propagation ◽  
Asymbiotic Seed Germination ◽  
Protocorm Formation

In vitro seed germination and seedling development of Phaius tancarvilleae (L’Her.) Blume. was carried out on 0.8%(w/v) agar solidified MS Medium (Murashige and Skoog, 1962) without hormones or supplemented with different concentration and combination of Naphthalene acetic acid (NAA) and 6-benzylaminopurine (BAP). MS medium supplemented with 0.5 mg/l of BAP was the most ideal condition for early seed germination, protocorm formation and development of seedlings. Germination started after 7 weeks of culture and complete seedlings were obtained after 24 weeks of culture. This protocol might be helpful for mass propagation of orchids by asymbiotic seed germination. Keywords: Orchid; Invitro; Protocorm; Media DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/sw.v9i9.5518 SW 2011; 9(9): 50-52

scholarly journals Asymbiotic seed germination and in vitro propagation of Cattleya trianae Linden & Reichb.f. (Orchidaceae)

2017 ◽  
Vol 66 (4) ◽  
pp. 544-548 ◽  
Author(s):  
Seir Antonio Salazar Mercado ◽  
Nelson Alfonso Vega Contreras
Keyword(s):  
Seed Germination ◽  
Threatened Species ◽  
Growth And Development ◽  
In Vitro Propagation ◽  
Culture Medium ◽  
Ms Medium ◽  
Organic Additives ◽  
Natural Habitats ◽  
Asymbiotic Seed Germination

Cattleya trianae (Linden & Reichb.f., 1860), Colombian national flower, is in danger of extinction due to the destruction of its natural habitats and excessive collection for horticultural purposes. Therefore, in vitro culture is a tool for the conservation of threatened species. In this study we determined the most suitable culture medium for asimbytic seed germination and in vitro propagation of C. trianae. Initially, mature capsules were collected, the seeds were subsequently disinfected and seeded with the syringe method (Vendrame et al., 2007), to evaluate the effect of five media on the development of C. trianae after 20 weeks. The seedlings were transplanted and acclimated using different substrates. The best percentage (54.2%) of seedling formation after 20 weeks was found in MS + JP medium with significant differences (P <0.05: Tukey HSD). In this research, it is reported that the addition of organic additives to the MS medium improves the efficacy of this, and therefore, allows a greater growth and development of C. trianae under in vitro conditions.

scholarly journals Asymbiotic seed germination and in vitro seedling development of Orchis militaris, an endangered orchid in Siberia

2021 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Aleksandra Yurievna Nabieva
Keyword(s):  
Seed Germination ◽  
Callus Formation ◽  
Morphological Changes ◽  
Seedling Survival ◽  
Continuous Darkness ◽  
Natural Habitats ◽  
Asymbiotic Seed Germination ◽  
Temperature Regimes ◽  
Terrestrial Orchids

Abstract Background Terrestrial orchids belonging to the Orchis genus are difficult to propagate and are under great pressure in their natural habitats. Studies regarding the influence of photoperiod and temperature regimes on Orchis militaris germination and morphological changes during immature seed development in vitro are scarce. Our aim was to identify photoperiod, temperature, and different nutrient media requirements for optimization of O. militaris seed germination and vigorous seedling production. Results Post-germination morphological changes were recorded with O. militaris seeds collected from 32-day-old fruits, where the percentage of O. militaris seeds without embryo was 38.4%. The highest rate of O. militaris seed germination (82.6%) was obtained on Malmgren modified terrestrial orchid medium (mM), enriched by 5% coconut water, 5% birch sap, and 0.1% AC. Nine percent of seedlings were able to reach the advanced seedling stage (stage 6) after 12 months of maintenance on this medium. In all 3 modified media (Harvais, Knudson С and Malmgren), regeneration was via the production of protocorms and seedlings without callus formation. It was proved that more abundantly vigorous protocorms were formed on the modified Harvais 2 under continuous darkness, while the subculture in Knudson C medium with AC addition could be necessary to stimulate their further development. The regeneration success of the species for in vitro conditions was increased by following its natural seasonal cycle. Conclusion This study demonstrated an efficient micropropagation system for O. militaris using immature seeds and thus widely opened the perspectives for its conservation in nature. The favorable conditions of seed germination periods for in vitro culture, identified as the definite shift of temperatures and photoperiod regimes intrinsic to the species in nature, could improve seedling survival of this medicinally important orchid.

scholarly journals In-Vitro Seed Germination and Effect of Growth Regulators on Subsequent Development of Protocorms of Eulophia Nuda Lindl

2015 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 243-247 ◽  
Author(s):  
Varsha Dawande ◽  
Rajaram Gurav
Keyword(s):  
Seed Germination ◽  
Root Growth ◽  
Growth Regulators ◽  
Subsequent Development ◽  
Ms Medium ◽  
Asymbiotic Seed Germination ◽  
Endangered Orchid ◽  
Maximum Root ◽  
Regenerated Plantlets

Asymbiotic seed germination of Eulophia nuda Lindl. was observed on Knudson C medium. About 90% seeds germinated within 8-10 weeks and formed green protocorms in 11-12 weeks. Effect of BA and IBA was studied on plantlet development from protocorms. BA shows the best results with respect to number and length of shoots. Maximum number (6.45±1.36) and length (3.90±0.99) was observed on MS medium supplemented with 4.44μM.BA. Maximum root growth was also observed on same medium (4.8±0.99 number of roots and 1.43±0.13cm length). The regenerated plantlets were successfully acclimatized and transferred to earthen pots. The results presented here show that in vitro seed germination and plantlet development in Eulophia nuda Lindl., an endangered orchid, can be achieved at a higher rate by this method.Int J Appl Sci Biotechnol, Vol 3(2): 243-247 DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/ijasbt.v3i2.12476   

scholarly journals Establishment of an EfficientIn VitroRegeneration Protocol for Rapid and Mass Propagation ofDendrobium chrysotoxumLindl. Using Seed Culture

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Potshangbam Nongdam ◽  
Leimapokpam Tikendra
Keyword(s):  
Acetic Acid ◽  
Seed Germination ◽  
Germination Percentage ◽  
Naphthalene Acetic Acid ◽  
Mass Propagation ◽  
Asymbiotic Seed Germination ◽  
Orchid Species ◽  
Seed Culture ◽  
Leaf Formation

An efficientin vitroregeneration protocol from seed culture has been established successfully forDendrobium chrysotoxum, an epiphytic orchid having tremendous ornamental and medicinal values. Seed germination response was encouraging in Mitra (M) medium enriched with different combinations of auxins and cytokinins. Medium supplemented with 0.4% activated charcoal (AC), 2 mg/L 6-benzyl amino purine (BAP), and 2 mg/L indole-3-acetic acid (IAA) produced best seed germination percentage in 2 weeks of culture. Incorporation of higher concentration of kinetin (KN) or BAP in combination with low auxin in medium induced pronounced shooting and leaf formation. Reduction in leaf development was evident when cytokinins exist singly in medium indicating synergistic effect of auxin and cytokinin in leaf induction. Presence of elevated level of indole-3-butyric acid (IBA) or 1-naphthalene acetic acid (NAA) with low cytokinin content in medium generated morein vitrorooting, though IBA was found to be more effective in rooting induction as compared to NAA. Thein vitroprotocol for asymbiotic seed germination developed from the present investigation can be used for rapid mass propagation of this highly importantDendrobiumorchid species.

scholarly journals Embryo development in association with asymbiotic seed germination in vitro of Paphiopedilum armeniacum S. C. Chen et F. Y. Liu

2015 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Yan-Yan Zhang ◽  
Kun-Lin Wu ◽  
Jian-Xia Zhang ◽  
Ru-Fang Deng ◽  
Jun Duan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Seed Germination ◽  
Embryo Development ◽  
Asymbiotic Seed Germination

Asymbiotic seed germination, in vitro seedling development, and greenhouse acclimatization of the threatened terrestrial orchid Bletia purpurea

2008 ◽  
Vol 94 (1) ◽  
pp. 11-21 ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniela Dutra ◽  
Timothy R. Johnson ◽  
Philip J. Kauth ◽  
Scott L. Stewart ◽  
Michael E. Kane ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Seed Germination ◽  
Seedling Development ◽  
Terrestrial Orchid ◽  
Asymbiotic Seed Germination

Asymbiotic seed germination and in vitro seedling development of the threatened orchid Hoffmannseggella cinnabarina

2012 ◽  
Vol 48 (5) ◽  
pp. 500-511 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rogério Mamoru Suzuki ◽  
Vania Carolina Moreira ◽  
Rosete Pescador ◽  
Wagner de Melo Ferreira
Keyword(s):  
Seed Germination ◽  
Seedling Development ◽  
Asymbiotic Seed Germination
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