In CANTUESO, we specialize in the production of wild Iberian flora seeds, with an offer of more than 850 different species. Our focus is on supporting ecological restoration, biodiversity, agriculture and environmental protection.
As leaders in the research, development and production of native seeds in the Iberian Peninsula, we are dedicated to the cultivation, production and use of native seeds. With more than 25 years of experience, we have advised, produced and disseminated the use of wild plant seeds, providing value to nurseries and other actors in the sector.
Our production methods are sustainable, ethical and environmentally friendly, with the guarantee and support of the institutions responsible for the protection of the wild flora of our country. This allows us to offer seeds of the highest quality for nurseries, thus contributing to conservation and sustainable development.
Advantages of using wild plant seeds for nurseries
Preservation of native flora
They help to disseminating, dispersing and preserving botanical diversity and genetic purity of native species, allowing the knowledge and use of wild flora in different fields, including ecological restoration and conservation.
Traceability and origin
They guarantee the phytogenetic traceability, since the seeds are obtained with control and guarantees of origin in the following areas natural sites and parks on the Iberian PeninsulaThe use of the different origins for specific conservation and/or species reintroduction projects is made possible.
Quality and recognition
They are natural seeds, free of chemical treatments and of any type of improvement and/or genetic manipulation, highly appreciated and recognized for their quality and qualities by different institutions and public environmental and agricultural research entities.
Adaptability and performance
Plants obtained from our seeds show increased adaptability and survival to all types of soils and climatic conditions and offer higher yields and organoleptic properties (oils, aromas, etc.).
Prevention of genetic erosion
Its use counteracts "genetic erosion" caused by man-made effects on crops and "seed improvement", reducing vulnerability to diseases, pests and insects.
Economic development and employment generation
They make possible the development of new economic activities based on the enhancement of these natural resources and their derivatives, and favor artisanal activities that generate employment and wealth in rural areas with fewer possibilities for development.
Control and survival of wild populations
The harvesting activity itself, through artisanal and sustainable procedures, makes possible the control, improvement and survival of wild populations.
Public utility and conservation
It is an activity of "public utility" which ensures the availability of plant genetic resources for researchers, germplasm banks and botanical gardens in charge of preserving wild flora and makes it possible to carry out repopulation and landscape restoration in areas affected by natural disasters or human negligence, using genetic material native to the area.
Added and differentiating value
They incorporate an added and differentiating value to the final product due to its handcrafted, sustainable and ecological origin.