Abstract
An effective and simple technique for seagrass bed restoration is required since the area of seagrass bed, one of the most productive marine ecosystems in Japan, is decreasing. The physiology of the plant Zostera marina, in relation to seed germination, was investigated in detail. Optimal seed storage condition and pretreatment for breaking seed dormancy increased the seed germination rate. Planting of biodegradable gel-coated seeds for Zostera marina seagrass bed restoration was proposed.
Keywords: Seagrass bed restoration, Seed Germination, Zostera marina.
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