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Variety traits

Ploidy

Ploidy is the number of sets of chromosomes in a cell nucleus, which determines the biological properties and productivity of a variety. This trait is used in breeding to modify morphological parameters of plants, such as increasing fruit size.

Mentioned in descriptions 10 934 varieties reference book.

Ploidy reflects the number of sets of chromosomes in a plant cell nucleus. An organism can be diploid, having two sets, haploid with one, or polyploid, containing three or more sets. In agricultural practice, this indicator is an important factor in the productivity and stability of a variety, as polyploidy allows for targeted changes in the size of plant cells and organs.

The choice of ploidy level depends on the cultivation goals of a specific crop. The effect of polyploidy is not universal: while it serves as a tool for increasing productivity in some species, such as sugar beet, a diploid set remains critical for others to ensure normal seed set.

Ploidy assessment is conducted during the breeding process and state variety trials using flow cytometry, direct cytogenetic chromosome analysis, or indirect methods based on stomatal cell size. During trials, the stability of the chromosome set is verified, as any deviations, such as the appearance of aneuploid forms, can lead to reduced yields and increased crop variability.

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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.

Coldplay

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

RAGT 2n, FR

DE FR PL
7 records

Bijou

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

RAGT 2N S.A.S

DE FR NL
9 records

Chagall

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

DLF SEEDS A/S

DE FR NL
9 records

Calao

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

SEMENCES DE FRANCE

DE FR NL
10 records

Augusta

Protection expired

Lolium x hybridum Hausskn. · Hybrid ryegrass

IGER Institute of Grassland & Environmental Research (GB)

DK FR IE
6 records

Amerigo

Active

Phacelia tanacetifolia Benth. · Lacy phacelia

P.H. Petersen Saatzucht Lundsgaard GmbH Herrn Asmus Sören Petersen / Dr. Werner Horn in Fa. Syngenta Hadmersleben GmbH

DE HU IT
10 records

Bellevue

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

KWS SAAT SE and CO KGAA

DE FR NL
9 records

Alfonso

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

Euro Grass Breeding GmbH Co. KG

DE FR IE
10 records

Convey

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

DLF SEEDS A/S

BE DE NL
7 records

Blizard

Active

Trifolium pratense L. · Red clover

Oseva Uni a.s., CZ

AT CZ DE
8 records

Aladin

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

DLF SEEDS A/S

AT FR NL
7 records

Barpolo

Terminated

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

Theodorus P.M. op den Kamp

BE FR NL
9 records

Artonis

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

Agroscope Reckenholz

AT DE LU
7 records

Anurad

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

DLF Trifolium A-S, DK

FR IE NL
6 records

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

Institute of Grassland & Environmental Research Welsh Plant Breeding Station

AT FR IE
9 records

Bovini

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

Innoseeds B.V.

BE FR NL
12 records

Albion

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

Verneuil Holding (FR)/Semunion Sarl (FR)

DE FR NL
10 records

Achat

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

Joost Baert c/o ILVO - Plant-Toegepaste Genetica en Veredeling

AT DE SI
8 records

Aberwolf

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

GERMINAL IRELAND LTD

AT DK IE
10 records

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

GERMINAL IRELAND LTD

AT IE NL
11 records

Alko

Active

Alopecurus pratensis L. · Meadow foxtail

BAYERISCHE PFLANZENZUCHTGESELLSCHAFT EG & CO

AT DE SI
7 records

Barriot

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

Barenbrug Holland BV (NL)

DE FR NL
8 records

Algira

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

Agroscope Reckenholz

AT DE LU
6 records

Baranova

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

BARENBRUG HOLLAND

BE DE NL
10 records

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