Seeds are organs unique to gymnosperms and angiosperms, and their main function is reproduction. Seed identification is mainly used to distinguish seed types and determine the distribution of regional vegetation. Identifying well-preserved seeds in soil deposits and rock layers can help researchers  infer geological information such as community turnover and climate change. Seeds consist of three main parts: seed coat, embryo, and endosperm. The role of the seed coat is to protect the seed. The endosperm is where the seed concentrates its nutrients. And the embryo is the most essential part of the seed and is used to eventually develop into the roots, stems, and leaves of the plant. Seeds can be divided into seeds with endosperm and seeds without endosperm according to whether the mature seed has an endosperm. The shape, size, color, and surface texture of the seeds vary with the plant species, which are important for seed category identification.

What We Offer

Lifeasible offers you professional seed identification services with cutting-edge technology and mainstream assays, advanced equipment, and extensive experience aimed at achieving rapid and accurate analysis. Seed identification has important applications for distinguishing seed classes, determining seed quality, inferring the distribution of regional plant communities, and even for geological studies. Our approach to seed identification consists of two parts: seed morphological analysis and DNA sequencing identification.

• Seed Morphology Identification

The differences between different categories of seeds are generally large, and the categories can be distinguished directly by visual or electron microscopic observation and comparison. Seed morphological identification is a simple, convenient, and stable method of seed identification, mainly by observing the shape, size, color, surface texture, single or double cotyledon condition, endosperm morphology, and endosperm status of the seed.

• Next-generation DNA Sequencing Platform

For seeds that are rare or indistinguishable by appearance, we offer a professional high-throughput seed DNA sequencing platform that directly identifies the seed type. The NGS-based seed identification service is operated by professional molecular biologists and follows strict Qc standards to ensure the accuracy of the results.

After receiving your order, we will carry out your project as soon as possible. At the end of the project, we will provide a detailed technical report including relevant experimental steps, parameters of the experiment, original pictures, raw data, and accurate and reliable experimental results. Please feel free to contact our staff for more up-to-date and relevant information, as test projects are constantly being updated.

Service Flow

• Sample Requirement

Seed sample > 20 seeds (amount for a single experiment)

*The experimental samples will not be returned; please back them up by yourself. Before sampling, it is necessary to set up the control and experimental groups, and each group is suggested to repeat more than 3 times.

*Quick-frozen preservation with liquid nitrogen can minimize the leakage time of plant samples at room temperature.

*There is no restriction on plant varieties. For varieties with special requirements or rare varieties, please contact our staff for more information.

We Do Better

Lifeasible always treats every sample and every service with care. Not only do we have extensive experience in plant seed testing, but we are also committed to pushing the boundaries of seed analysis and testing technology. We are always fresh, dynamic, and innovative. Our mission and goal are to provide our global customers with the most optimal total solution for their plant research projects.

*If your organization requires the signing of a confidentiality agreement, please contact us by email.

For research use only, not intended for any clinical use.

Related Services

• Detection of Physical Characteristics of Seeds
• Detection of Genetic Characteristics of Seeds
• Detection and Analysis of Seed Germination and Vigor
• Services Related to Seed Reproduction and Production
• Test and Analysis of Seed Health
• Seed Caring Services