Effects of plant growth regulators on eelgrass (Zostera Marina L.) Germination

Authors

  • Mohammad Maksudul Hassan Department of Bioscience, Graduate School of Science and Technology, National University Corporation, Shizuoka University, 836 Ohya, Suruga-ku, Shizuoka, 422-8529 Japan
  • Naimul Hasan Department of Bioscience, Graduate School of Science and Technology, National University Corporation, Shizuoka University, 836 Ohya, Suruga-ku, Shizuoka, 422-8529 Japan
  • Iqbal Shahriar Khan Department of Bioscience, Graduate School of Science and Technology, National University Corporation, Shizuoka University, 836 Ohya, Suruga-ku, Shizuoka, 422-8529 Japan
  • Md Ekramul Hasan Department of Bioscience, Graduate School of Science and Technology, National University Corporation, Shizuoka University, 836 Ohya, Suruga-ku, Shizuoka, 422-8529 Japan
  • Mohammad Tohidul Amin Department of Bioscience, Graduate School of Science and Technology, National University Corporation, Shizuoka University, 836 Ohya, Suruga-ku, Shizuoka, 422-8529 Japan
  • Toshinobu Tokumoto Department of Bioscience, Graduate School of Science and Technology, National University Corporation, Shizuoka University, 836 Ohya, Suruga-ku, Shizuoka, 422-8529 Japan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3329/bjb.v54i2.82325

Keywords:

Germination, Eelgrass, Zostera marina, Seedling, Plant growth regulators

Abstract

Eelgrass (Zostera marina L.) plays a vital role in coastal ecosystems, but its restoration is often hindered by low seed germination rates. This study was aimed to evaluate the effects of plant growth regulators (PGRs) on enhancing eelgrass seed germination under controlled conditions. Seeds were treated with different concentrations of GA3, 2,4-D and NAA. Results demonstrated that PGRs application significantly increased germination rates compared to control. These findings indicated that PGRs could be an effective tool for increasing the success of eelgrass restoration initiatives.

Bangladesh J. Bot. 54(2): 389-392, 2025 (June)

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Published

2025-06-26

How to Cite

Hassan, M. M., Hasan, N., Khan, I. S., Hasan, M. E., Amin , M. T., & Tokumoto, T. (2025). Effects of plant growth regulators on eelgrass (Zostera Marina L.) Germination. Bangladesh Journal of Botany, 54(2), 389–392. https://doi.org/10.3329/bjb.v54i2.82325

Issue

Vol. 54 No. 2 (2025)

Section

Short Communications

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© Bangladesh Botanical Society

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