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Karatay

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Solanum melongena L. Eggplant · Vegetables · bred by VILMORIN/INRA

also searched as: каратаи

Variety description

10 August 2026

The vegetation period of the hybrid is 70–75 days from emergence or about 55 days after transplanting. The plant is characterized by vigorous growth and the ability to set fruit at low temperatures. There are no thorns on the fruit calyx.

The fruits reach a length of 24–26 cm, have a glossy surface and greenish flesh without bitterness. The hybrid is suitable for cultivation in the open field and film shelters, and is characterized by good transportability and a long fruiting period.

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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Variety registered as early as 3 jurisdictions, data for which we do not publish: their registry licenses have not yet been verified. This section will be available upon verification.

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

Parties

Breeder
VILMORIN/INRA Developed the variety
Applicant
VILMORIN/INRA Submitted the application to the register
Rights holder
VILMORIN/INRA Holds the rights to the variety
Maintainer
VILMORIN-MIKADO 648 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

    № 287815

    Registration
    21 December 2021
  • ES Spain Active

    № 20030321

    Application
    8 August 2003
    Registration
    10 February 2006
  • RU Russian Federation Active

    № 47630

    Application
    23 April 2007
    Registration
    15 January 2008
  • MD Moldova Application submitted

    № 0884269

    Application
    8 June 2017

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