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Dormancy

  • conser36_wp
  • March 14, 2017
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(1) An internal condition of the chemistry or stage of development of a viable seed that prevents its germination, although temperature and moisture are adequate for growth; (2) A living plant that is not actively growing aerial shoots. [Source: USDA National Plant Materials Manual]

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