Physiological Quality Testing of Local Chili Seeds of Capsicum frutescens Species
Abstract
The high viability of cayenne pepper seeds is a critical factor influencing plant production levels. Research on the quality of chili seeds is essential to determine the physiological characteristics of seeds across various chili varieties. This study aims to provide information regarding the viability and vigor of C. frutescens chili seeds. The research was conducted from February to April 2024 at the Seed Science and Technology Laboratory, Department of Agronomy and Horticulture, Faculty of Agriculture, Bogor Agricultural University. A Randomized Complete Block Design (RCBD) was employed, focusing on cayenne pepper varieties with four replications. The results of the observations indicated that the highest 1000-seed weight was recorded for the C. frutescens Feira variety (5.33 g). In comparison, the lowest weight was observed in the Cakra Putih variety (4.08 g). The DHL test results indicated that the Harita variety exhibited the lowest potential for leakage, measuring at 173.80. Additionally, the Harita variety demonstrated the highest vigor values in the Vigor Index, Growth Rate, Growth Simultaneity, and Sprout Growth Rate. The results of the Pearson Correlation Analysis revealed a significant positive relationship between Radicle Emergence (RE) and Dry Biomass (DB), with a correlation coefficient of 0.85. Estimating seed vigor can be effectively accomplished through the Radicle Emergence (RE) test, which is easier and faster.
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