Incoming seed is examined to determine embryo count to help decide how much seed should be sown, and/or which capsule would be the best to sow. Permanent sample slides are also prepared. Each separate package of seed is examined because these are generally from separate capsules, which is what we request from our donors.

Seed Assay Number:		2242
Packet Code Number:		1A02242QO
Harvest date:		04/23/2003
Received as:		Dry seed
Date Received:		05/01/2003
Number of Capsules Combined:		1
Comments:		Seed is light tan to the naked eye, and somewhat clumpy. Only a small quantity of seed was received. Small seeds are irregularly shaped, and have no embryos.
Photographed with transmitted light. Scale    1 mm or 0.040 inches   Photo by Lacey Powell Photographed with reflected light. Scale    1 mm or 0.040 inches   Photo by Lacey Powell
Seed Assay Number:		2258
Packet Code Number:		1A02258PY
Harvest date:		05/02/2003
Received as:		Dry seed
Date Received:		05/07/2003
Number of Capsules Combined:		1
Comments:		Seed is light tan to the naked eye, and somewhat fluffy. Only a small quantity of seed was received. Small seeds are short, irregularly curved, and have no embryos.
Photographed with transmitted light. Scale    1 mm or 0.040 inches   Photo by Lacey Powell