Vernalisierung
Vernalisierung, also known as vernalization, is a physiological process in plants where a period of cold treatment is required to induce flowering. This phenomenon is a crucial adaptation for many plant species that grow in temperate climates, ensuring that they flower and set seed during the favorable conditions of spring and summer, rather than during the harsh winter months.
Plants that undergo vernalization typically have a life cycle that includes a dormant period during winter.
The duration and temperature range required for vernalization vary significantly among different plant species. Some plants,