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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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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.

Candore

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

INAKTIV SA Carneau Frères Eurogazon

DE FR NL
7 records

Edda

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

Norddeutsche Pflanzenzucht Hans-Georg Lembke KG. Herrn Dr. Martin Frauen / Inge Gaue

AT DE IE
7 records

Charlene

Terminated

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

Advanta Seeds B.V. (NL)

DE FR NL
6 records

Lolium x hybridum Hausskn. · Hybrid ryegrass

EURO GRASS Breeding GmbH & Co KG, DE

DE FR LU
7 records

Barfiola

Terminated

Trifolium pratense L. · Red clover

Barenbrug Holland BV (NL)

ES FR NL
5 records

Avignon

Protection expired

Lilium L. · Lily

Vletter, Floris|Rijnsburg, Netherlands

BE FR NL
5 records

Barmassa

Terminated

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

Barenbrug Holland BV (NL)

DE FR NL
8 records

Barlouise

Terminated

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

BARENBRUG H.J.M.| H.J.M. Barenbrug

CZ DE NL
7 records

Barclima

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

Barenbrug Holland B.V.

AT DE NL
7 records

Bandera KWS

Terminated

Beta vulgaris Sugar Beet Group · Sugar beet

KWS SAAT SE and CO KGAA

BE DK SE
5 records

Aventino

Terminated

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

Euro Grass Breeding GmbH Co. KG

DE FR NL
9 records

Barflip

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

Barenbrug Holland B.V.

DE LU NL
7 records

Barhoney

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

Barenbrug Holland B.V.

DE DK NL
8 records

Casare

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

SEMENCES DE FRANCE

DE FR NL
7 records

Argona

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

ZJEDNDCZENIE NASIENNIC

ES IT PL
5 records

Anemona

Terminated

Beta vulgaris Sugar Beet Group · Sugar beet

KWS SAAT SE and CO KGAA

DK FR SE
5 records

Bartigra

Active

Lolium multiflorum Lam. var. westerwoldicum Wittm. · Westerwolds Ryegrass

NOEL DOMINIGUE

FR LU
6 records

Zorgue

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

DLF Seeds A-S, DK

DE FR
6 records

Zocalo

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

Ir. C.W. van den Bogaert c/o Zelder B.V.

DE NL
7 records

Albedo

Protection expired

Secale cereale L. · Rye

SELGEN A.S

AT CZ SK
8 records

Vulpera

Active

Alopecurus pratensis L. · Meadow foxtail

Eidgen. Forschungsanstalt für Agrarökologie und Landbau Zürich-Reckenholz

AT DE
7 records

Varte

Active

Trifolium pratense L. · Red clover

Jogeva Plant Breeding Institute, Jõgeva alevik 48309

EE FI
7 records

Alcazar

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

SEMENCES DE FRANCE

FR LU NL
7 records

Xenon

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

DLF SEEDS A/S

IE NL
7 records

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