Morphology and germination of Vigna unguiculata (L.) Walp. seeds

Abstract: The occurrence of damage and empty space inside the seed can directly affect germination. aim this study was to evaluate relationship between or cowpea seeds physiological potential. In study, seven lots cultivar ‘BRS Guariba’ were subjected X-ray test identify by tissue deterioration, mechanical damage, insects malformed and, later, germination test. percentage embryonic area coat determined from radiographic images in ImageJ software. Based on results obtained, classified into different categories, compared with data. It concluded that analysis allowed identification measurement internal cavity seeds, making it possible establish a morphology presence especially caused deterioration depending its location intensity, has potential negatively seeds. Likewise, contain higher levels their tend not germinate generate abnormal seedlings at time