Seed Storage question

[Peas'n'Kews]

Firstly, I am not sure this is the right place to post this question, so, mods, please move!!

I am doing a "Propagation" course, and am completely stuck on a question about storing seed.

The Question is:
"List 20 different plants that require specialised seed storage. For each plant, briefly describe the appropriate storage method"

I simply can't find enough detailed info on storing seed....

If any of you have even one plant that you know requires special attention, please let me know! IF it requires a certain temperature, I will need to know the temparature, etc.

Doesn't need to be veg - plants, trees, flowers, herbs - anything! But it must be seed storage (e.g. not other propagation methods).

Thanks to you all in advance!

[scarey55]

Firstly, I am not sure this is the right place to post this question, so, mods, please move!!

Done! It is a bit of a difficult one to place but, hopefully more peeps will see it here.

[Linnea]

the Millenium seed bank may be able to help
Seed Information Database: Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew

[Alison]

I find that if you keep seeds relatively cool, preferably in the dark and totally dry then they're fine. In my case that means a series of old biscuit / sweet tins

[Peas'n'Kews]

the Millenium seed bank may be able to help
Seed Information Database: Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew

Thanks Linnea

I tried that one, but it just says if they are "orthodox" or "recalictrant" which is an improvement on "just keep em dry" but I don't think it'll be enough for my assignment.

I have asked my tutor for guidance...

Thanks for helping!

[rustylady]

Tried this site? How To Save Your Own Seed at Home

[Matt94]

Well on the other forum im on theres a seed storage guide - i would put a link to it, but i dont think i would be allowed?

[Linnea]

if you seach the database (option on the right from the link) you can get more information but is a bit tricky to understand some of the abbreviations used

[Alison]

I tried that one, but it just says if they are "orthodox" or "recalictrant" which is an improvement on "just keep em dry" but I don't think it'll be enough for my assignment.

Sorry if you think I was being unhelpful, was simply giving all the information I know, won't bother in the future if it causes offence.

[Matt94]

oooh ive just remembered another site that gives lots of advice on saving seed - follow the link and click on the different types of veg and it will give you specific advice on saving the seed for that type of veg.

Heres the link: Seed saving guidelines and resources for HSL Seed Guardians

[veggiechicken]

Any help?
ingentaconnect Long-term seed storage of various Canadian hardwoods and conifers

[Peas'n'Kews]

I find that if you keep seeds relatively cool, preferably in the dark and totally dry then they're fine. In my case that means a series of old biscuit / sweet tins

Sorry if you think I was being unhelpful, was simply giving all the information I know, won't bother in the future if it causes offence.

Hey Alison! I in no way thought your answer was offensive....

So far all I've found on the web or in books is "keep 'em dry", you did add other advice!!!

Its just that I need detail for the assignment, and that's were I am struggling......

[Peas'n'Kews]

Guys

You have all been most helpful, I'll let you know how I get on....

Its the fact that I've got to name 20 different plants and then explain why each of them need different special storage - generic storage is much easier!

[Alison]

Hey Alison! I in no way thought your answer was offensive....

So far all I've found on the web or in books is "keep 'em dry", you did add other advice!!!

Its just that I need detail for the assignment, and that's were I am struggling......

No problem, misread your comments, probably just in a bad mood with all this rain

[Peas'n'Kews]

Well after all my heart ache, and your help, over this, the tutor has replied with a semi-illiterate email basically saying "list the seeds that need keeping dry or warm or cold"

Doh!
and Grrrrrrr!!!