Millettia pinnata is a tropical legume tree native to Asia with hard seed coats requiring water softening for germination
Before sowing
Scarification
agua_quente Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours to soften seed coat
Soak
24 h Seed soaking in water for 24 hours improves germination
Some sources indicate no special pre-treatment required, seeds remain viable for one year
Sowing
Substrate
Well-draining soil
Depth
2cm_mais
Temperature
25°C
Moisture
media
Container
Trays or pots in warm location
What to expect
Step 1
Pre-treat the seed
Step 2
Sow at 2cm_mais · 25°C
Day 7–60
Seedlings emerge (~74%)
Tips
Seeds have brittle, oily coat; germination occurs within 1-5 weeks naturally; pods must decompose for natural seed release; maintain consistent moisture during germination
Sources: Plant World Seeds, Purdue University, Global Journal of Botanical Science, Wikipedia
