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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

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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.

Iris

Active

Solanum melongena L. · Eggplant

HU
2 records

Laloba

Active

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

HU
2 records

Gemminni

Active

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

HU
2 records

Prunus avium (L.) L. · Sweet cherry

SI
3 records

Kingu

Active

Cucurbita pepo L. · Field pumpkin

HU
2 records

Gobi

Active

Solanum melongena L. · Eggplant

CZ
2 records

Frupo

Active

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

CZ
2 records

Dolenjka

Active

Malus domestica (Suckow) Borkh. · Apple

SI
2 records

Dundee

Terminated

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

NL
2 records

Fanter

Active

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

HU
2 records

Capsicum annuum L. · Bell pepper

CZ
3 records

Črnica

Active

Ficus carica L. · Common fig

SI
2 records

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