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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

Found in these crops

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.

Barsaxo

Terminated

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

Barenbrug Holland BV (NL)

FR NL
6 records

Baron

Active

Valerianella locusta (L.) Laterr. · Corn salad

Nunza BV (NL)

FR NL
5 records

Aba

Active

Sinapis alba L. · White mustard

VEREDELINGSSTATION AG

BE DE
5 records

Agata

Terminated

Lolium x hybridum Hausskn. · Hybrid ryegrass

Poznanska Hodowla Roslin Sp. z o.o

IT PL
4 records

Amiral

Protection expired

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

KWS Kleinwanzlebener Saatzucht AG (DE)

DE FR
6 records

Lolium x hybridum Hausskn. · Hybrid ryegrass

Aberystwyth University (IBERS) Frau Sheena Duller

DE IE
4 records

Acrobat

Active

Lolium x hybridum Hausskn. · Hybrid ryegrass

RAGT 2N S.A.S

DE FR
6 records

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

DLF Seeds A/S

NL
6 records

Soriento

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

DEUTSCHE SAATVEREDELUNG AG

IE
5 records

Orantas

Terminated

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

DLF SEEDS A/S

NL
5 records

Ocadia

Active

Lolium x hybridum Hausskn. · Hybrid ryegrass

Beat Boller (CH)

FR
5 records

Jalinas

Terminated

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

DLF SEEDS A/S

NL
5 records

Goyave

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

DLF Trifolium A-S, DK

FR
5 records

January

Terminated

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

Teagasc

IE
7 records

Magician

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

Teagasc

IE
6 records

Katrin

Active

Trifolium pratense L. · Red clover

Graminor AS, N-2322 Ridabu

FI
5 records

Donard

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

AFBI

IE
9 records

Aberdon

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

Aberystwyth University (IBERS)

NL
8 records

Alstroemeria L. · Alstroemeria

van Zanten Plants b.v

4 records

Zapriari

Active

Alstroemeria L. · Alstroemeria

van Zanten Plants b.v

4 records

Alstroemeria L. · Alstroemeria

Van Zanten Plants B.V., Van Zanten Plants B.V.

4 records

Yacht

Terminated

Lolium multiflorum Lam. · Italian ryegrass

Norddeutsche Pflanzenzucht

DE
4 records

Xanthus

Terminated

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

Norddeutsche Pflanzenzucht Hans-Georg Lembke KG. Herrn Dr. Martin Frauen / Wilbert Luesink

DE
7 records

Virgyl

Active

Lolium multiflorum Lam. · Italian ryegrass

RAGT 2N S.A.S

DE
8 records

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