種苗

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 種苗 (しゅびょう) is an agricultural noun collectively denoting seeds and young nursery plants used to begin cultivation.
• Basic usage: 春まき用の種苗を注文する makes planting material the object ordered in advance, while 地域に適した種苗を選ぶ selects seeds or seedlings whose suitability affects the harvest.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Seasonal use and regional suitability
  • 春まき用の種苗 is restricted by sowing season, whereas 地域に適した種苗 is restricted by growing environment. 種苗 does not denote produce that has already been harvested.