A method for improving the
germination of *
Carex lumbricoides* seeds based on nano-
zinc oxide initiation belongs to the field of
wetland ecological engineering technology. The invention includes the following steps: First, nano-
zinc oxide particles with a particle size of 30±10 nm are dispersed in deionized water by
ultrasonic oscillation to prepare a suspension of 12.5-200 mg / L; second, collected *
Carex lumbricoides* seeds are float-screened, and plump seeds that sink to the bottom are selected and subjected to surface sterilization; subsequently, the sterilized seeds are immersed in the nano-
zinc oxide suspension and initiated by agitation under light-proof conditions for 6 or 24 hours, followed by
air drying to restore the initial
moisture content; finally, the initiated seeds are placed in an artificial climate
incubator for
germination culture under specific variable temperature and light conditions. This invention utilizes the
biocompatibility of nano-zinc oxide and effectively solves the problems of long
germination cycles and low germination rates of *
Carex lumbricoides* seeds by precisely controlling the
initiation concentration and time. This invention has the advantages of simple operation, low cost, and environmental friendliness, and can significantly improve the germination rate and germination percentage, providing high-quality seedlings for the restoration of degraded
wetland vegetation.