Vicia faba L. var. equina St.-Amans Horse bean · Agricultural · bred by SELGEN A.S
also searched as: мерлин
10 August 2026
The variety belongs to the type Vicia faba var. equina and is characterized as a white-flowered form with a low tannin content, suitable for both livestock feed and human consumption.
In scientific literature, Merlin is widely used as a control sample when evaluating trait stability and studying genetics and in vitro tissue regeneration. It also serves as a susceptible control variety in studies of resistance to anthracnose caused by Ascochyta fabae and is considered as a subject in studies of infestation by the bean seed beetle Bruchus rufimanus.
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The variety is listed in the national registry — its seeds are authorized for sale in this country.
№ R R5026
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