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Celestial

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Cucumis melo L. Melon · Fruit crops · bred by Nunhems B.V., Laboratoire ASL S.N.C.

also searched as: келестиал

Variety description

10 August 2026

The Celestial F1 melon variety belongs to the cantaloupe type and is characterized by fruits with orange flesh. The hybrid is intended for fresh use.

In comparative studies of fruit quality, the variety was noted for possessing high intensity of sensory properties. Its pronounced flavor and aromatic qualities are confirmed by instrumental methods, including spectroscopy and electronic tongue.

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Countries of admission

2 jurisdictions

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.

QZ

active no record

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

Parties

Breeder
Nunhems B.V.^^^Laboratoire ASL S.N.C. 52 Developed the variety
Applicant
Nunhems B.V. Submitted the application to the register
Rights holder
Nunhems B.V. Holds the rights to the variety
Maintainer
Nunhems 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.

  • QZ European Union Active

    № 263090

    Registration
    26 March 2012
  • NL Netherlands Active

    № MLN398/19717

    Application
    19 November 2009
    Registration
    26 March 2012

Plant breeders' rights

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

Netherlands № MLN398/19717
Active
  1. Application filed 19 November 2009
  2. Registered 26 March 2012
  3. Currently active indefinite in the register

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