Table 5 Seed weight influence on seedling characteristics in E. prunifolius. Regression Eq. (Y = c + mx) for the relationship between initial seed weight (n = 10), shoot and root length (cm), number of leaves/plant, leaf area (cm2) and dry weight/plant (g)
Variables | Regression equation | r | p value |
|---|---|---|---|
Shoot height | Y = 19.722 + 51.963 | 0.531 | 0.002 |
Root length | Y = 16.401 + 28.830 | 0.530 | 0.002 |
Number of leaves/plant | Y = 10.814 + 7.838 | 0.313 | 0.091 |
Leaf area | Y = 6.276 + 37.577 | 0.791 | 0.000 |
Dry biomass | Y = −0.540 + 8.284 | 0.763 | 0.000 |