Variety traits
Cucurbita pepo L.
Biochemical characteristic of zucchini (Cucurbita pepo L.) seeds, reflecting the fat content as a percentage of dry matter mass. This metric is relevant for the breeding of hulless forms and the assessment of seed nutritional value, but it is not a quality criterion for commercial fruits.
In the reference 4 varieties crop Field pumpkin, where this is mentioned in the description.
The oil content in seeds of species of the genus Cucurbita ranges from 40% to 49.7%. In breeding lines of hulless zucchini (Cucurbita pepo L.), this value ranges from 34.5% to 43.6%. These values are expressed as a percentage of the absolutely dry mass of the seeds.
For zucchini, oil content is significant in breeding for seed productivity and in assessing the crop's potential for use as an oilseed raw material. This trait can indirectly influence the energy value of the seeds and their germination energy, contributing to the development of vigorous seedlings.
General information about the subject — on the page Oil content.
Selection based on the description text, not on official evaluation: these data are absent from registers. For specific variety details, please refer to its profile.
Cucurbita pepo L. · Field pumpkin
Saatzucht Gleisdorf
Cucurbita pepo L. · Field pumpkin
Saatzucht Gleisdorf
Cucurbita pepo L. · Field pumpkin
Saatzucht Gleisdorf
Cucurbita pepo L. · Field pumpkin