Plant Physiology
After-ripening is the physiological process that seeds undergo after dispersal, allowing them to break dormancy and become capable of germination. This process often requires specific environmental conditions or internal changes, which enable seeds to transition from a dormant state to an active one. It is a crucial step for seeds that cannot germinate immediately upon maturation, ensuring they only sprout under favorable conditions for seedling growth.
congrats on reading the definition of after-ripening. now let's actually learn it.