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Variety traits

Peduncle

A peduncle is a morphological trait of a plant that characterizes the generative development phase and determines product marketability and harvesting efficiency. Its parameters depend on the genetic characteristics of the cultivar and environmental conditions.

Mentioned in descriptions 7 889 varieties reference book.

The peduncle is an important morphological trait indicating the transition of a plant into the generative phase of development. Its length, strength, and color are indicators of marketability for many crops and influence the efficiency of mechanized harvesting by ensuring uniform height and reducing raw material losses.

The expression of the trait is determined by the interaction between the cultivar genotype and environmental conditions, such as temperature, humidity, and nutrient availability. If these factors are disrupted during the formation of generative organs, peduncle development can be suppressed.

The trait is evaluated during variety testing on a representative sample during the peak flowering period using linear measurements in centimeters or millimeters and scoring scales for qualitative characteristics. The data obtained are interpreted by comparing them with reference cultivars, as optimal values depend on the specific crop and the standards adopted for the cultivation zone.

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Breakdown by crop

Found in these crops

Varieties that feature this in their description

Selection based on the description text, not official resistance ratings: such data is not available in registers. Mention indicates that the trait is discussed in the variety's sources; see the variety's profile for details on what is specifically stated.

Tresco

Terminated

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

NL
2 records

Tirreno

Active

Capsicum annuum L. · Bell pepper

HU
2 records

SS 1465

Active

Capsicum annuum L. · Bell pepper

CZ
2 records

Tayfun

Active

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

NL
2 records

Stephany

Active

Capsicum annuum L. · Bell pepper

CZ
2 records

Prunus domestica L. · European plum

CZ
4 records

SS 1427

Active

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

CZ
2 records

Spooktacular

Terminated

Cucurbita pepo L. · Field pumpkin

NL
2 records

Quickpeel

Terminated

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

UNITED GENETICS SEEDS CO

PT
2 records

Slávka

Active

Capsicum annuum L. · Bell pepper

CZ
2 records

Posonium

Active

Capsicum annuum L. · Bell pepper

HU
2 records

Serrat

Active

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

NL
2 records

Selene

Active

Cucumis melo L. · Melon

DE
2 records

Cucurbita pepo L. · Field pumpkin

DE
2 records

Rubizzo

Active

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

HU
2 records

Parvati

Terminated

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

NL
2 records

Rügen

Active

Fragaria vesca L. · Wild strawberry

SE
2 records

Rolene

Terminated

Lachenalia Jacq. f. ex Murr. · Cape Cowslip

NL
2 records

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

NL
3 records

Prunus avium (L.) L. · Sweet cherry

SI
2 records

Pola

Active

Vitis L. · Grapevine

CZ
2 records

Peek-A-Boo

Terminated

Cucurbita pepo L. · Field pumpkin

NL
2 records

Pecos

Terminated

Capsicum annuum L. · Bell pepper

NL
2 records

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