Early Samanta
TerminatedCitrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai · Watermelon
NL
2 records
Variety traits
Watermelon foliage density
Citrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai
A qualitative characteristic of a plant's vegetative mass vigor that determines the protective capacity of the leaf canopy and its contribution to photosynthesis.
In the reference 64 varieties crop Watermelon, where this is mentioned in the description.
Watermelon foliage density is evaluated by breeders and agronomists visually as a qualitative indicator of leaf canopy vigor. In agronomic practice, the trait is described using the categories "vigorous," "good," or "abundant," where a high degree of foliage density is considered a commercially valuable property.
A key function of foliage density is the protection of fruits from direct solar radiation, preventing overheating and sunburn, which reduce the market quality of the produce. A vigorous leaf canopy also ensures the photosynthetic activity necessary for vine growth and fruit filling.
This trait is dynamic and depends on growing conditions, including nutrient and irrigation regimes. Nitrogen fertilization stimulates vegetative growth, increasing the number of vines and overall foliage density, which is important for the crop's adaptability to stressful climatic conditions.
General information about the subject — on the page Leafiness.
Varieties of Watermelon mentioned in the description
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.
Summerby
ActiveCitrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai · Watermelon
HU
2 records
Thora
ActiveCitrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai · Watermelon
DE
2 records
Musa
ActiveCitrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai · Watermelon
HU
2 records
Dakota
ActiveCitrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai · Watermelon
CZ
2 records
Nikita
ActiveCitrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai · Watermelon
HU
2 records
Delphin
ActiveCitrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai · Watermelon
HU
2 records
Otoman
ActiveCitrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai · Watermelon
RO
2 records
Verona
Protection expiredCitrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai · Watermelon
HU
2 records
Aramis
ActiveCitrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai · Watermelon
NL
2 records
Eros
ActiveCitrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai · Watermelon
HU
2 records
Burebista
ActiveCitrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai · Watermelon
RO
2 records
Tropired
Application submittedCitrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai · Watermelon
Bayer Holland B.V. (NL)
FR
1 record
Arbon
ActiveCitrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai · Watermelon
Shevchenko Andrii Oleksiiovych
UA
2 records
Thor
WithdrawnCitrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai · Watermelon
TROPICASEM (SN)
FR
1 record
Sorento F1
TerminatedCitrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai · Watermelon
Tsinhpinh Dzhanh
UA
1 record
Banir
Application submittedCitrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai · Watermelon
Shevchenko Igor
UA
2 records
Sweet Pontoon
Application submittedCitrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai · Watermelon
Bayer Holland B.V. (NL)
FR
1 record
Bonta F1
ActiveCitrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai · Watermelon
B. Juarez
UA
2 records
Catherine F1
TerminatedCitrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai · Watermelon
Angeles Maria
UA
2 records
CHULAPA
Application submittedCitrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai · Watermelon
INTERSEMILLAS, S.A.
ES
1 record
Demre F1
ActiveCitrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai · Watermelon
Ali Yuksel
UA
1 record
Starstreak
Application submittedCitrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai · Watermelon
Enza Zaden Beheer B.V.
NL
2 records
LINDA
ActiveCitrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai · Watermelon
INTERSEMILLAS SAU
ES
1 record