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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.

Lenora

Application submitted

Beta vulgaris Sugar Beet Group · Sugar beet

DK NL RO SE UA
8 records

Monodoro

Active

Beta vulgaris Sugar Beet Group · Sugar beet

ES FR HR IT SE
6 records

Malus domestica (Suckow) Borkh. · Apple

BE DE FR NL PL
12 records

Mitchgla

Active

Malus domestica (Suckow) Borkh. · Apple

ES FR HU NL
10 records

Kawetina

Protection expired

Beta vulgaris Sugar Beet Group · Sugar beet

DE FR HR PL
6 records

Maribo Monova

Terminated

Beta vulgaris Sugar Beet Group · Sugar beet

ES FR HR IT
5 records

Kustro

Active

Secale cereale L. · Rye

AT DE HR PT
5 records

Nike

Active

Trifolium pratense L. · Red clover

HR IT PL
5 records

Burbank

Active

Prunus salicina Lindl. · Japanese plum

ES FR NL
7 records

Sigord

Active

Trifolium pratense L. · Red clover

CZ SK
7 records

Rafzubex

Active

Malus domestica (Suckow) Borkh. · Apple

FR NL
10 records

Shalimar

Active

Malus domestica (Suckow) Borkh. · Apple

CZ NL
15 records

Malus domestica (Suckow) Borkh. · Apple

CZ NL
10 records

Barkamaz

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

CZ RO
5 records

Bartasja

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

LU RO
5 records

Admiral

Active

Malus domestica (Suckow) Borkh. · Apple

CZ NL
14 records

Barmarga

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

CZ DE
5 records

Tur

Active

Lolium multiflorum Lam. ssp. italicum (A. Br.) Volkart · Italian ryegrass

CZ HR PL
4 records

Tetrone

Application submitted

Lolium multiflorum Lam. · Italian ryegrass

IT PT
5 records

Monorosa

Terminated

Beta vulgaris Fodder Beet Group · Mangelwurzel

DK FR HR NL
4 records

Dunja

Terminated

Beta vulgaris Sugar Beet Group · Sugar beet

CZ DE HR
5 records

Loke

Application submitted

Beta vulgaris Sugar Beet Group · Sugar beet

CZ DK SE
4 records

Elara

Active

Trifolium pratense L. · Red clover

CZ DE
5 records

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