Synthetic Seeds

• Main Authors: I. Rusli, H. Sobri, M. Azhar
• Format: Conference Paper
• Language: English
• Published: 2013
• Subjects: Calcium alginate; Encapsulation radiation; Somatic embryos; Synthetic seeds
• Online Access: http://ddms.usim.edu.my/handle/123456789/6135

Synthetic seed refers to the encapsulation of somatic embryos (regenerative single cell) that functionally mimic the behaviours of true seeds and sprout into seedlings under suitable conditions. Under a broader definition, synthetic seeds include encapsulated buds, bulbs or any form of meristem t...