Star of Siam x Daniel seed (possible germination of old seed)

[Sean]

When a friend first acquired Winch's 'Daniel' I got a tuber that I grew out? I killed it trying to propagate but not before I got seed from it. I never wrote dates on the bag but I think I am getting some germination of very old seed, maybe 8 - 10 years old?

This is some seed I am trying to germinate that was 'Star of Siam' x 'Daniel' Kept in the crisper drawer of the fridge for years in a bubble envelope. I have decided that water changes every two days should be sufficient. If these ones are truly germinating, I will need to get some light on them. I have them on a shelf in the kitchen with minimal natural light getting through from the patio. We are getting rain each day so it has been cooler than normal. I can place them by the living room window but the temps drop significantly there as the patio door is always open.



Cheers,
Sean

[turtlemike]

 Somethings happening. That is great for 8-10 years.

[Sean]

The original batch does have some larger seed but not as many as you see here. I am wondering if the viable seeds have swelled to four times their size for germination?
I have counted 4 that appear to be sprouting but no hastate ot filiform leaf yet. I guess for three days after over 8 years dormancy, this is a good sign.

Cheers,
Sean

[Kat]

Congrats & I hope they do well for you.

(I may have 8 year old food hiding in my fridge but no seeds  )

[matherfish]

Sean, how are your seeds doing now? Hopefully there is some growth. Post pics, if possible.

[Sean]

Sean, how are your seeds doing now? Hopefully there is some growth. Post pics, if possible.

These ones stalled so I will try again with the remaining seed and actually pot them up this time. I think the agitation of the water when I shook it up daily killed them.
I have some old Minuta and old Micrantha seed that has germinated and will be ready to pot up soon.

Cheers,
Sean