The plant, whose seeds are known to have longest viability period is

Nelumbo nucifera

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Triticum vulgare

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Zizyphus jujube

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Carica papaya

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Solution

The correct option is A Nelumbo nucifera
Water lotus (Nelumbo nucifera) have an unusually long period of viable germination. Even if, a seed is in the ideal condition of germination, it might remain dormant for decades. They show self-preservation and resistance to germination.
So, the correct answer is 'Nelumbo nucifera'

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