Velestina

Application submitted

Citrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai Watermelon · Vegetables · bred by Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V.

also searched as: велестина

Variety description

10 August 2026

The Crimson-type hybrid has round fruits with a dark shiny rind. The average weight of one fruit is 8–10 kg. The plant has medium vigor and high productivity, and adapts well to growing conditions.

The fruit flesh is red, characterized by excellent taste, high sugar content, and the presence of small seeds. The variety is intended for sale on the fresh market. The hybrid is also known under the code number 62-CD4637 RZ F1.

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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.

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

Parties

Breeder: Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V. Developed the variety
Applicant: Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V. Submitted the application to the register
Maintainer: Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V. Responsible for variety maintenance

Admission to trade

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

NL Netherlands Application submitted

№ WTR481

Application

14 August 2025

Registry	Number	Application	Registration	Terminated	Status
NL Netherlands	WTR481	14 August 2025	—	—	Application submitted

Plant breeders' rights

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

Netherlands № WTR481

Application submitted

Application filed 14 August 2025
Registered —
Currently active indefinite in the register

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