Promotion of seed germination in Echinochloa crus-galli with atmospheric air plasma
Yuto Nakamura, Yu Ohnishi, Kazuma Oshimo, Rei Hiramatsu, Masako Shindo, Tohru Tominaga, Satoshi Terabayashi, Daisuke Takagi, Mitsuhiro Matsuo
This study shows air plasma promotes germination of Echinochloa crus-galli seeds after cold stratification, suggesting a potential weed control strategy.
bioRxiv · Nov 14, 2025 · PreprintPlant Biology