The effect of plant extracts on seed germination was evaluated by counting the number of normal seedlings,
abnormal seedlings and dead seeds as recommended byInternational Seed Testing Association [29] Seedling
Evaluation Handbook. Four hundred seeds in four replicates of hundred seeds of each sample were placed between
two layers of moist germination papers. The germination papers were then folded along one edge and
rolled up carefully ensuring that no excess pressure was placed on the seeds. The rolled germination papers were