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Solanum melongena L. Eggplant · Vegetables · bred by Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V.

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Variety description

10 August 2026

The graffiti-type hybrid produces oval-shaped fruits with an attractive purple color with white stripes. The fruit surface is practically thornless. The flesh is firm, white, and has a mild flavor. The variety is distinguished by good keeping quality and the ability to absorb less oil during preparation compared to standard varieties.

The plant is vigorous and possesses high growth strength even in the winter period. The hybrid demonstrates good adaptability and stable fruit coloration when grown in cool conditions. It is suitable for open field and various types of protected cultivation, including heated and unheated greenhouses.

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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

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Variety registered as early as 2 jurisdictions, data for which we do not publish: their registry licenses have not yet been verified.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
Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V. Developed the variety
Applicant
Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V. Submitted the application to the register
Rights holder
Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V. Holds the rights to the variety
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.

  • QZ European Union Active

    № 287861

    Registration
    17 February 2015
  • NL Netherlands Active

    № ABR184

    Application
    18 February 2013
    Registration
    17 February 2015
  • AR Argentina Active

    № 022333

    Application
    16 November 2022
    Registration
    3 November 2025

Plant breeders' rights

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

Netherlands № ABR184
Active
  1. Application filed 18 February 2013
  2. Registered 17 February 2015
  3. Currently active indefinite in the register

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