Melissa

Application submitted

Citrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai Watermelon · Vegetables · bred by ESASEM S.p.A

also searched as: мелисса

Variety description

10 August 2026

The fruits of this hybrid have an elongated shape and a rind of a thickness normal for this type. The flesh is distinguished by high density, crisp consistency, and an intense red color. The seeds in the fruits are small.

The weight of a single fruit varies in the range from 15 to 20 kg. The hybrid is intended for professional cultivation and is aimed at both the domestic market and export.

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Countries of admission

1 jurisdiction

Green indicates countries where the variety is listed in the national catalogue and its seeds are authorized for sale. Expired registrations are marked separately: the variety was previously admitted, but sale is no longer permitted.

IS FI NO SE EE IE GB DK LV LT NL DE PL BY PT ES FR BE CZ SK UA RU LU CH AT HU MD IT SI HR RS RO MT GR BG CY

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Variety in registries Regions of admission, rights holders, and status of plant breeders' rights

Parties

Breeder: Esasem S.p.A. 109 Developed the variety
Applicant: Esasem Spa (IT) 172 Submitted the application to the register
Maintainer: Esasem Spa (IT) 172 Responsible for variety maintenance

Admission to trade

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

HU Hungary Application submitted

№ 548887

Application

2 December 2024

Registry	Number	Application	Registration	Terminated	Status
HU Hungary	548887	2 December 2024	—	—	Application submitted

Plant breeders' rights

The right is granted for a limited term: propagation of the variety requires a license from the rights holder.

European Union № 20251957

Application submitted

Application filed 18 September 2025
Registered —
Currently active indefinite in the register

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