Namib Gold
ActiveOrnithogalum L. · Star of Bethlehem
Venecourt Gail Margaret Littlejohn|Elsenburg, ZA
Chesapeake Sunburst
ActiveOrnithogalum L. Star of Bethlehem · Ornamentals · bred by NEW WORLD PLANTS
also searched as: чесапеаке сунбурст
Variety description
10 August 2026
The variety is an interspecific hybrid obtained using embryo rescue techniques. Its genotype combines traits of the species Ornithogalum thyrsoides, Ornithogalum multifolium, and Ornithogalum dubium, which allowed for the combination of dense inflorescences, a compact habit, and intense petal color.
The plant forms strong, upright flower stalks and possesses glossy dark green foliage. The inflorescences are dense corymbose racemes with numerous bright yellow flowers. The variety is a diploid and is characterized by the ability to maintain its ornamental qualities for several months.
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Variety in registries Regions of admission, rights holders, and status of plant breeders' rights
Parties
- Breeder
- NEW WORLD PLANTS 14 Developed the variety
- Applicant
- Marlene Meyer 2 Submitted the application to the register
- Rights holder
- The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of Agriculture 100 Holds the rights to the variety
Plant breeders' rights
The right is granted for a limited term: propagation of the variety requires a license from the rights holder.
United States of America
№ 09765318
Active
- Application filed 22 January 2001
- Registered 3 December 2002
- Currently active indefinite in the register
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