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Manuel Antonio

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Cucumis melo L. Melon · Fruit crops · bred by JOAO JACINTO PEREIRA DA SILVA

also searched as: мануел антонио

Variety description

10 August 2026

The variety belongs to open-pollinated plants. Its round-oval fruits reach a weight of 3–4 kg and have a dark green color. The flesh is distinguished by its intense sweetness, juiciness, and pronounced melon aroma.

The plant is vigorous, trailing, with good fruit set. The variety possesses natural resistance and tolerates heat and drought periods well. Suitable for cultivation both in the open field and in plastic greenhouses.

The origin of the variety is linked to the Alpiarça area in the Tagus river valley, where it has been preserved by farmers for generations. The variety is valued for uniform ripening and good keeping quality, suitable for organic farming.

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Countries of admission

2 jurisdictions

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QZ

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

Parties

Breeder
João Jacinto Pereira da Silva 2 Developed the variety
Applicant
Câmara Municipal de Alpiarça Submitted the application to the register
Maintainer
PT - JOAO JACINTO PEREIRA DA SILVA Responsible for variety maintenance

Admission to trade

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

  • PT Portugal Active

    № 91208

  • QZ European Union Active

    № 263902

    Registration
    29 January 2014

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