The effects of light and temperature were evaluated on seed germination and on the length and dry matter of marigold seedlings (Calendula officinalis L.). The seeds were placed to germinate at constant temperatures of 15; 20; 25; 30 and 35ºC, in the presence and absence of light. The experimental design used was of complete randomized plots with four replications. The percentage of seed germination was higher at 20ºC, and temperatures of 30 and 35ºC were harmful to germination and affected significantly the length of seedlings and their dry matter production.
Calendula officinalis L.; physiologic quality; medicinal specie
