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Solanum melongena L. Eggplant · Vegetables · bred by S.A.I.S. Societa Agricola Italiana Sementi

also searched as: ниобе

Variety description

10 August 2026

The F1 hybrid is characterized by medium vigor and a moderately robust plant habit. The fruits have a rounded shape, glossy dark purple skin, and a dark purple calyx with small spines and a white spot at the base.

The variety is intended for cultivation in greenhouses and open fields for fresh market sales. When planting, it is recommended to maintain a distance between plants in the row of 55 to 75 cm, and sufficient direct sunlight is required to ensure fruit color brightness.

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Countries of admission

2 jurisdictions

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QZ

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Variety registered as early as 1 jurisdiction, data for which we do not publish: their registry licenses have not yet been verified.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
S.A.I.S. SOCIETA' AGRICOLA ITALIANA SEMENTI 530 Developed the variety
Applicant
S.A.I.S. SOCIETA' AGRICOLA ITALIANA SEMENTI Submitted the application to the register
Maintainer
S.A.I.S. SOCIETA' AGRICOLA ITALIANA SEMENTI 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

    № 287925

    Registration
    9 July 2013
  • IT Italy Active

    № 003429_O 003429

    Application
    10 December 2011
    Registration
    9 July 2013
  • AR Argentina Active

    № 018049

    Application
    8 March 2018
    Registration
    7 May 2018

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