Abstract: Using the fruits and seeds of Bhesa robusta as experimental materials, the morphological characteristics such as length, diameter, and peel thickness of the fruits and seeds were measured to explore the effects of seed viability, water absorption characteristics, soaking time, temperature, and litter on seed germination, providing a theoretical basis for the recovery of B. robusta population. The results showed that there was little variation in the fruit and seed traits of B. robusta, with a 1 000-grain weight of 375.41 g and a seed viability of 88.3%. The water absorption rate of the seeds and fruits was low, and the seed coat permeability was poor, leading to the phenomenon of seed coat obstruction. Soaking seeds could significantly inhibit seed germination, and the optimal germination temperature was 28 ℃, and seed germination was more sensitive to temperature. Natural litter had an inhibitory effect on seed germination, with leaf water extract having the greatest inhibitory effect on seed germination.