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Medusa

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Cichorium intybus L. Chicory · Vegetables

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Variety description

10 August 2026

The variety forms compact cones of long, straight, and uniform shoots that possess a mild taste and low fiber content. The plant is characterized as very early, with a maturity period of about 70 days.

This variety is a selective breeding from the traditional Italian Puntarelle di Galatina type. It is suitable for cultivation in open field from spring to autumn and in unheated greenhouses during the winter period, and is used in cooking in fresh and stewed form.

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Countries of admission

1 jurisdiction

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SMARTIES.BIO SRL SOCIETA' AGRICOLA 10 Responsible for variety maintenance

Admission to trade

The variety is listed in the national registry — its seeds are authorized for sale in this country.

  • IT Italy Application submitted

    № 004589_O 004589

    Application
    25 August 2025

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