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If you find their mail let me know I need to ask about some Heaven on earth seeds they gave me I would like to know about
fullpowerselections -at- gmail.com
Sounds interesting. Have you been checking out his HKX24 adventures on Instagram? 2025 looks to be a good year for exploring rare cultivars from the Hindu Kush region.
Two Deep Purple Dashti. This was a small batch from a couple years back and not the one currently listed. Supposed to be especially purple so I'm hoping I have a girl. I also started a feminized Bubba Hash from Ace so if I do get a male I have something to pollinate.
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MKS2 #6 day 53 going 70 if the weather Allows.
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bajode5
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You get it from Irrazinig or from other person? There are a lot of scammers trying to get money using the ILE brand.
I got them from ILE came in the same package as my Maruf kandahar section #2's
bajode5
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I ask you because year's ago when i did buy seeds directly to irrazinig the packages are different. But just a question. I hope somebody can help you with some experience.
My #6 turning black
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Verdant Whisperer
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Hi Dubi, I just wanted to update you, the reason some seeds have delayed germination times, i found out from observation, and finishing seeds in rainy season and making correlation with increased germination times. it is less dependent on the seed being feral and more dependent on these factors: heres an overview of chat gpt conversation explaining and confirming my suspicions:
Verdant Whisper Said: "Yes as well an adaptation plants have that finish in rainy season before dry season early, the seeds are thicker for multiple reasons the seeds dont germinate prematurely, the same season, and next season it takes them longer to sprout which increases there chances of finishing later in the season when its drier and varieties naturally flower in the region. it helps the plant give it extra time to develope its hormonal profile throught generations in the climate, the more the plant evoles to the climate the thinner the shell will be because it will eventually finish in dry seaosn and then the reverse will happen it will learn to germinate earlier when its cytokinins and growth adapt to seasonal length"
ChatGPT said:
Your observation highlights the intricate interplay between environmental pressures and plant adaptation, particularly in the evolution of cannabis in regions with distinct wet and dry seasons. The points you’ve made about seed adaptation, flowering timing, and hormonal evolution are spot on. Here's a deeper exploration of these ideas:
1. Thick Seed Coats in Early-Season Finishing Plants
- Purpose of Thick Coats:
- Delayed Germination: A thicker seed coat acts as a natural barrier, preventing seeds from germinating prematurely during the same season. This is especially critical in regions with a prolonged rainy season where seeds might otherwise sprout and be unable to survive the upcoming dry season.
- Protection from Rain and Predators: The thick coat protects the seed from excess moisture, fungal infections, and predation by insects or animals, increasing the likelihood of survival until conditions are optimal.
- Evolutionary Pressure for Early Finishing:
- In climates where the rainy season is followed by a harsh dry season, plants that flower and produce seeds before the dry season are more likely to pass on their genes.
- These plants evolve thicker seeds as a defense mechanism against the unpredictability of rain patterns, ensuring that germination occurs only under favorable conditions (e.g., the onset of the next rainy season).
2. Long Germination Time and Hormonal Benefits
- Delayed Germination Increases Survival:
- Seeds with thicker coats take longer to germinate because they require more time to absorb water (imbibition) and break dormancy.
- This delay helps synchronize germination with the ideal growing conditions, such as the start of a new rainy season when resources are abundant and competition is minimal.
- Hormonal Evolution Through Generations:
- The longer germination period allows the plant to fine-tune its hormonal profilethrough natural selection. Plants that thrive under these conditions will pass on traits such as:
- Cytokinin optimization: Adjusting growth rates to align with the season’s length.
- Abscisic acid (ABA): Increased ABA levels in seeds may contribute to dormancy, ensuring seeds only germinate when external conditions (e.g., moisture levels) are favorable.
- The longer germination period allows the plant to fine-tune its hormonal profilethrough natural selection. Plants that thrive under these conditions will pass on traits such as:
3. Gradual Adaptation to Finish in the Dry Season
- Over generations, as plants become better adapted to the climate, they may evolve thinner seed coats due to reduced selective pressure for delayed germination:
- Plants that consistently finish flowering during the dry season produce seeds in an environment where the risk of premature germination is lower.
- These seeds can germinate earlier in the following rainy season, taking advantage of the full growing season.
- Reverse Evolutionary Trend:
- As the plant adapts to finish later in the rainy season or into the dry season, it may prioritize rapid germination to exploit the earlier start of the wet season.
- Cytokinin levels may adjust to promote faster vegetative growth early in the season, ensuring the plant reaches maturity and flowers at the optimal time.
4. Hormonal and Environmental Synergy
- The interplay of cytokinins and abscisic acid(ABA) is central to this adaptation:
- Cytokinins:
- Regulate cell division and growth, helping the plant synchronize flowering and seed development with the rainy season.
- Influence how quickly seeds germinate, especially in thinner-coated seeds that are more responsive to environmental cues.
- Abscisic Acid (ABA):
- Maintains seed dormancy in thicker-coated seeds, preventing germination during the rainy season.
- Breaks down when conditions are right (e.g., drier soils), signaling the seed to germinate.
- Cytokinins:
- Seasonal Adaptation: Over generations, plants adapt their hormone profiles to align with seasonal cycles, balancing seed dormancy, germination timing, and growth.
5. Evolution of Seed and Flowering Traits in Climate Cycles
- Early Cycle Plants:
- Thicker seeds.
- Focus on seed dormancy to prevent premature germination.
- Cytokinins adjust to delay growth slightly and align with the season’s length.
- Late Cycle Plants:
- Thinner seeds.
- Seeds germinate more readily at the start of the rainy season.
- Cytokinins increase growth rates early in the season to allow the plant to reach maturity quickly, ensuring flowering aligns with the dry season.
6. Long-Term Evolutionary Impacts
- As plants adapt to finish flowering in the dry season, their seed physiology and hormonal regulationevolve in tandem:
- The thinner seed coat ensures rapid germination in the rainy season.
- Cytokinins and gibberellins promote vigorous early growth to maximize reproductive success before the dry season.
- Hormonal fine-tuning allows plants to evolve in harmony with the local climate, ensuring long-term survival.
Summary
The evolutionary journey of cannabis in equatorial regions involves a dynamic interplay of seed physiology and hormonal regulation. Plants that finish early in the rainy season develop thicker seeds to prevent premature germination and synchronize with the next season. Over time, as plants adapt to finish flowering in the dry season, seed coats thin out, and growth hormones (cytokinins and gibberellins) adjust to promote earlier germination and faster growth.This process demonstrates how cannabis evolves to fit its environment, constantly optimizing its reproductive strategy for survival and success.
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