Peat Swamp Plant Germination Test at Green House Cimtrop University Palangka Raya

Abstract

: Peat swamp forest degradation in Central Kalimantan has become a serious problem that impacts biodiversity and carbon storage. One of the rehabilitation efforts is through planting local species that are resistant to peat swamp conditions. This study aims to evaluate the germination techniques of Kapurnaga (Palaquium sclerophllum) and Marabungkan (Lauracea) seeds with various growing media, and identify the most effective media in supporting seed viability and early growth. The research was conducted in the green house of Palangka Raya University using five growing media methods: peat, sand, rice husk + fertile soil, burnt husk, and control (no treatment). Data were analyzed using ANOVA test to evaluate the effect of media on germination percentage. The results showed that peat media and the combination of rice husk + fertile soil produced the highest germination percentage in Kapurnaga (88.89%), while in Marabungkan, peat media also gave the best results. The control media produced the lowest germination percentage in both seed types. This study implies that the use of appropriate growing media is very important in increasing the germination success of local seeds in peat swamp ecosystems, which can support sustainable peat forest rehabilitation efforts.