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:		7316
Packet Code Number:		1A07316DK
Harvest date:		12/03/2015
Received as:		Green capsule
Date Received:		12/10/2015
Number of Capsules Combined:		3
Comments:		Packet received was a folded piece of white paper. Capsules had split and their contents have made contact with the exteriors, material sifted to remove debris. Seed is golden brown to the naked eye, and somewhat clumpy. Moderately small seeds are windsock shaped, sometimes curved, and have medium sized elongated very pale embryos centrally located which completely fill the seed when present. Pulp consistency and embryo density is suggestive of immature seed.
Seeds that appeared to have good embryos, by count:		23%
Photographed with transmitted light. Scale    1 mm or 0.040 inches   Photo by Phyllis Meyers Photographed with reflected light. Scale    1 mm or 0.040 inches   Photo by Phyllis Meyers
Additional Photos     Packet 12/12/2015 Seed 12/21/2015