Dillenia indica, commonly known as elephant apple, is a tropical evergreen tree native to China, India, and Southeast Asia. The species is notable for its morphophysiological dormancy, requiring specific conditions and extended time for germination.
Before sowing
No pre-treatment needed — sow directly.
Seeds have morphophysiological dormancy; fresh seeds need approximately 70 days to achieve 95% germination
Sowing
Substrate
well-drained sandy compost
Depth
levemente_coberta
Temperature
22°C
Moisture
alta
What to expect
Step 1
Sow at levemente_coberta · 22°C
Day 28–70
Seedlings emerge (~95%)
Tips
Clean seeds thoroughly before sowing. Keep substrate moist throughout germination period. Germination timing is variable; some seeds germinate within 4-6 weeks while others take considerably longer. Can be propagated by seeds or cuttings.
Sources: Plant World Seeds, ResearchGate (seed germination behavior research), tropical.theferns.info, Wikipedia
