*4.5. Seed Germination Assay*

A controlled germination test was performed to assess seed germination capability, each with 100 seeds and replicated for three times [45]. Seeds were soaked in water for 48 h at 30 ◦C and then germinated on filter paper soaked with distilled water at 30 ◦C in the dark for one week, and the germination percentage was recorded daily.
