In the study, seed of Elymus sibiricus L. cv.chuancao No.1 was stored for 0~8 months, its germination potential, germination rate, germination index, malformation rate and other parameters on the paper-bed at room temperature were determined and analyzed. The results showed that the seeds of E. sibiricus L. had some dormancy. Storage time had a significant effect on germination characteristics of seed. With the storage time increasing, germination potential, germination ability and germination index signifi...