The germination paper from the AllFilter range by AllChimie is a high-absorbency cellulosic paper specifically designed for seed germination tests. It meets the requirements of quality control laboratories in plant production and agronomic research.
Its composition, made from cotton linters or pure cellulose without sizing agents or substances likely to influence seed growth, guarantees reliable and reproducible germination tests. The paper offers high capillarity to maintain uniform humidity around the seeds throughout the test.
Typical applications cover official germination analyses according to ISTA methods or equivalent national standards, quality control in seed production, agronomic research on new varieties, and viability tests for seed conservation. The paper is available in formats suited to Petri dishes and germination trays.
The standard protocol involves sampling seeds using a scoop or spatula, placing them on the humidified paper in a dish, then monitoring over several days under controlled conditions. For seed sample packaging, plastic containers with tight caps are recommended. Associated consumables — qualitative filter paper for extract preparation, beakers for humidification — complete the workstation.
