Seed priming is a presowing technique in which seeds are moderately hydrated to the point
where pregermination metabolic processes begin without actual germination. Seeds are …

Fire is a major environmental selective force that influences plant communities in many parts
of the world. Reproductive strategies have evolved as adaptations to the various factors …

Karrikins - a new class of phytoreactive compounds derived from smoke Page 1
Karrikinolide – a Phytoreactive Compound Derived from Smoke with Applications in …

Recent advances in the development of protocols for in vitro culture and genetic
manipulation have provided new avenues for the development of novel varieties of …

The newly identified compound from plant-derived smoke, 3-methyl-2H-furo [2, 3-c] pyran-2-
one (butenolide), is generating much interest in seed biology. The present study reports on …

The application of smoke and aqueous smoke solutions stimulates seed germination in a
number of plant species. This study highlights the effects of aerosol smoke and smoke …

The newly identified smoke‐compound butenolide (3‐methyl‐2H‐furo [2, 3‐c] pyran‐2‐one)
can improve seedling vigour. This study highlights the effects of smoke‐water and …

Three fertilizer formulations namely;(M), a local formulation commonly used by farmers, the
recommended Cooper standard (CS), and Benoit (BEN) suggested for the lower cost of …

Plant growth and productivity are adversely affected by various forms of abiotic stresses all
over the world. Soil salinity affects various physiological and biochemical processes which …

Exposure of plants to different biotic and abiotic stress condition instigates significant
change in the cellular redox status; resulting in the elevation of reactive nitrogen species that …