Studies on seed germination of khirni (Manilkara hexandra L.) seedlings under laboratory condition

Studies were carried out on seed germination and subsequent growth of Khirni (Manilkara hexandra L.). seedlings at Seed Technology Laboratory, Late Shri. Vasantrao Naik Marahwada Agricultural University, Parbhani (M.S.), India during the year 2006-07 and 2007-08. Among the various seed soaking treatments given to Khirni seed, GA3 200 ppm seed soaking treatment for 24 hours was the best for increasing germination percentage and subsequent growth of Khirni seedlings under laboratory condition. While the treatment control i.e. no soaking recorded least germination percentage and subsequent growth of Khirni seedlings.