Epigeal germination is a type of seed germination that occurs when the cotyledons (seed leaves) emerge above the soil surface. In this process, the shoot of the plant elongates and pushes the cotyledons upward, while the root grows downwards. This type of germination is typically observed in dicotyledonous plants, where the cotyledons play an important role in storing food reserves for the developing seedling. Some common examples of plants that demonstrate epigeal germination include bean plants, sunflowers, and peas.
