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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.

Barclamp

Active

Lolium x hybridum Hausskn. · Hybrid ryegrass

IE LU
5 records

Trifolium pratense L. · Red clover

CZ SK
4 records

Ariwa

Active

Malus domestica (Suckow) Borkh. · Apple

NL PL
10 records

Bača

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

CZ SK
4 records

Abosan 1

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

DE NL
6 records

Bardanica

Protection expired

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

DE RO
4 records

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

DE NL
5 records

Ambero

Protection expired

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

DE NL
6 records

Voima

Active

Secale cereale L. · Rye

FI
4 records

Velox

Active

Alopecurus pratensis L. · Meadow foxtail

DE
4 records

Redman

Active

Trifolium pratense L. · Red clover

IT
5 records

Trifolium pratense L. · Red clover

DE
4 records

Meritra

Application submitted

Lolium multiflorum Lam. · Italian ryegrass

IE
7 records

Lambada

Active

Malus domestica (Suckow) Borkh. · Apple

CZ
8 records

Koala

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

DE
5 records

Indy

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

CZ
4 records

ELDORADO

Active

Prunus salicina Lindl. · Japanese plum

ES
6 records

Devis

Active

Lolium multiflorum Lam. · Italian ryegrass

IT
4 records

Bubalus

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

DE
4 records

Araias

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

DE
5 records

Arcturus

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

LU
4 records

Alopex

Active

Alopecurus pratensis L. · Meadow foxtail

DE
5 records

Jantar

Protection expired

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

CZ SK
5 records

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