Seed storage studies were initiated on three species of Rheum. In all three species, seeds showed good germination when dried upto 5.6% moisture content. Irrespective of the temperature and storage conditions, all three species showed marginal decline in germination percentage (up to 12%) when stored for twelve months. Based on present studies it seems that Rheum exhibit the orthodox type of seed.
Desiccation tolerance, Seed storage behaviour, Himalayan Rhubarb, Rheum
