Hygrochastic Seedpods: Engineering Microclimates for Forest Restoration
Semina Yi, Yaoye Hong, Florentin C. Jaeger, Marco Freschi, Yaobin Yang, Ziyun Zhang, Hajun Lee, Kenichi Soga, Ehren Reid Von Moler, Teng Zhang, Taryn L. Bauerle, Shu Min Yang, Lining Yao
This paper introduces hygrochastic seedpods that create a timed, measurable microclimate for seeds, accelerating emergence without harming growth.
bioRxiv · Sep 18, 2026 · PreprintBioengineering