Seed Germination and Physiology

Inconsistent relationships detected between seed size, shape, and persistence for different plant functional groups in the Pannonian flora

The paper examines how seed mass and shape affect persistence across plant functional groups in the Pannonian flora, finding inconsistent relationships, particularly in graminoids.

Proteomic analysis reveals distinct germination strategies in polymorphic fruits of Haloxylon ammodendron

The paper uses proteomic analysis to compare germination strategies of three fruit morphotypes in Haloxylon ammodendron under stress, revealing molecular mechanisms underlying distinct ecological adaptations.

Associative transcriptomics in Brassica napus suggests a role for Arabidopsis Response Regulator orthologs in seedling vigour

This study identifies gene expression markers associated with seedling establishment traits in Brassica napus, highlighting cytokinin signaling and photomorphogenesis pathways.

Phytoene synthase modulates seed longevity via the action of β-carotene derived metabolites

This study identifies β-carotene-derived apocarotenoids and the aquaporin TIP2;2 as key factors modulating seed longevity in Arabidopsis through carotenoid biosynthesis.

The angiosperm seed life cycle follows a developmental reverse hourglass

The paper analyzes the phylotranscriptomic patterns across the Arabidopsis seed life cycle and finds a reverse hourglass pattern, with seed maturation showing increased expression of younger genes.

A simple method of mechanical scarification to break seed dormancy in Viola odorata

This study introduces a mechanical scarification method using rat-tooth tweezers to break seed dormancy in Viola odorata, achieving 70% germination after eight weeks.

Co-repressor AtSDR4L and paralog regulate hormonal and hypoxia responses in multiple Arabidopsis seed compartments

This study shows that AtSDR4L and DIG2 co-repressors regulate hormonal and hypoxia responses in Arabidopsis seeds, affecting germination and seedling establishment.

Maternal Light and Temperature Modulate Seed Longevity in Arabidopsis

This study shows that maternal environmental conditions during seed development in Arabidopsis affect seed longevity, with higher temperature and light increasing longevity in some accessions.

Uncovering the Molecular Regulation of Seed Development and Germination in Endangered Legume Paubrasilia echinata Through Proteomic and Polyamine Analyses

This study identifies proteomic and polyamine changes in Paubrasilia echinata seeds during development and germination, revealing key regulators and metabolic shifts.

The seed mitochondrial proteome of Lupinus albus provides insight into energy metabolism during germination

The paper characterizes the mitochondrial proteome of Lupinus albus seeds, revealing preconfigured oxidative phosphorylation complexes and tissue-specific differences in metabolic functions during germination.

Comparative Analysis of Ecological and Germination Niches in Native and Invasive Populations of Amaranthus albus

This study compares the germination thermal niche and ecological niche of Amaranthus albus between its native and invaded ranges, finding thermal differentiation and a narrower germination niche in the invaded range.

Trans-generational adaptation to maternal climate through hormone transport in plants

The paper shows that plant progeny inherit maternal climate adaptation through hormone transport, specifically via temperature-dependent ABA signaling during seed development.

Biophysical boundaries for dormancy release in sunflower achenes.

This study investigates how moisture content and temperature affect dormancy release in sunflower achenes, identifying optimal conditions for germination.

Heat-induced secondary dormancy contributes to local adaptation in Arabidopsis thaliana

This study shows heat-induced secondary dormancy in Arabidopsis thaliana varies with primary dormancy and climate, contributing to local adaptation and climate resilience.

Chromatin retained MUSHER lncRNA integrates ABA and DOG1 signalling pathways to enhance Arabidopsis seeds dormancy.

The paper identifies MUSHER, a chromatin-retained lncRNA that integrates ABA and DOG1 pathways to enhance Arabidopsis seed dormancy through distinct mechanisms.

Effect of pre-germination temperature conditions on germination characteristics of temperate grassland species

This study examines how different pre-germination temperature treatments affect germination characteristics of 48 Central European grassland species, finding significant responses in only four species.

New molecular players: siRNA expression and gene regulation in Hordeum vulgare ageing seeds after germination

This study identifies differentially expressed siRNAs in barley seeds during germination, revealing their role in regulating viability and metabolic processes.

Post-Domestication selection of MKK3 Shaped Seed Dormancy and End-Use Traits in Barley

The paper identifies MKK3 haplotypes in barley that influence seed dormancy and end-use traits through post-domestication selection, linking them to climate adaptation.

Phytochrome A is required for light-inhibited germination of Aethionema arabicum seed

The study identifies and characterizes a phytochrome A null mutant in Aethionema arabicum, showing phytochrome A's role in light-inhibited seed germination.

Limitations of p50 as a measure of seed longevity and the way forward

This paper shows that p50, a common measure of seed longevity, is unreliable due to initial viability variation and suggests more robust measures like standardized p50 or the rate of viability loss.

FLOE1 maintains cellular viscosity in rehydrating Arabidopsis embryos

This study identifies FLOE1 as a regulator of water content and cytoplasmic viscosity in Arabidopsis embryos, linking molecular water control to cellular physical properties.

The m6A Reader ECT1 Mediates Seed Germination via the DAG2-ECT1-PHYB Regulatory Cascade in Arabidopsis

This study identifies ECT1 as an m6A reader protein that promotes seed germination in Arabidopsis through a DAG2-ECT1-PHYB regulatory cascade involving transcriptional and post-transcriptional control.

Unlocking seagrass germination: divergent roles of strigolactones and karrikins in Zostera marina

This study investigates the effects of strigolactones and karrikins on seed germination and seedling development in Zostera marina, finding that SL promotes germination while KAR inhibits it.

Impacts of climate change on fonio millet: seed germination and suitability modelling of an important indigenous West African crop

This study examines how climate change affects fonio millet germination and suitability for cultivation in West Africa, predicting a 10% decline in suitable areas and a 5% increase in some regions.

Gibberellic acid and light effects on seed germination in the seagrass Zostera marina

This study investigates how light spectra, photoperiod, and gibberellic acid affect seed germination in Zostera marina, finding that light and GA3 priming enhance germination probability and reduce dormancy.

An unexplored diversity for adaptation of germination to high temperatures in Brassica species

The paper assesses heat tolerance in Brassica species by evaluating germination responses across diverse populations from multiple countries.

DOG1 prevents AFPs activation by AHG1 to control dormancy separately from ABA core signaling

This study identifies DOG1's role in preventing AFPs activation by AHG1, controlling dormancy independently of ABA core signaling.

Temperature-dependent polar lignification of a seed coat suberin layer promoting dormancy in Arabidopsis thaliana

This study identifies a cold-induced polar lignification and suberization barrier in Arabidopsis seed coats that enhances dormancy by reducing permeability.

Arabidopsis seed stored mRNAs and translation regulation during post-harvest ripening and imbibition.

This study compares translational regulation in two Arabidopsis accessions during seed germination, identifying differences in mRNA abundance, RNA modifications, and protein expression.

Accelerated phenology fails to buffer fitness loss from delayed rain onset in a clade of wildflowers

The study examines how delayed rain onset affects germination timing and fitness in ten wildflower species, finding species-specific responses to climate change.