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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.

Sirius

Active

Citrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai · Watermelon

Syngenta Seeds B.V.

NL
2 records

Silor

Active

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

Societe Eraf (FR)

FR
2 records

Shakira

Active

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

Euro Grass Breeding GmbH Co. KG

AT
2 records

Secale cereale L. · Rye

Stift Schlägl Saatgutzüchtung

AT
2 records

Serrana

Active

Beta vulgaris Sugar Beet Group · Sugar beet

Hilleshog AB (SE)

ES
2 records

Scuisit

Active

Citrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai · Watermelon

LA SEMIORTO SEMENTI SRL

IT
2 records

Lolium multiflorum Lam. · Italian ryegrass

Semillas El Solc

PT
2 records

Sasha

Active

Beta vulgaris L. · Beet

Tsv. Kikindonov, G. Kikindonov, I. Uchkunov, K. Uchkunova

BG
3 records

Salam

Active

Lolium multiflorum Lam. · Italian ryegrass

Semillas El Solc

PT
3 records

Citrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai · Watermelon

UNITED GENETICS SEEDS CO

PT
2 records

Rubin

Terminated

Beta vulgaris L. · Beet

Danisco Seed

AT
2 records

Citrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai · Watermelon

Seminis Vegetable Seeds Inc.^^^BOB BARHAM

ES
3 records

Rotra rvp

Terminated

Trifolium pratense L. · Red clover

ILVO-PLANT 39

BE
2 records

SAFOR

Active

Citrus reticulata Blanco · Mandarin orange

IVIA

ES
3 records

Rodion

Terminated

Valerianella locusta (L.) Laterr. · Corn salad

KIMMICH FRIEDMANN

DE
3 records

Rizostar

Terminated

Beta vulgaris Sugar Beet Group · Sugar beet

Societa Produttori Sementi S.p.A

IT
2 records

Malus domestica (Suckow) Borkh. · Apple

Domaine Public (FR)

FR
2 records

Rifox

Active

Beta vulgaris Sugar Beet Group · Sugar beet

SES EUROPE N.V./S.A.

IT
2 records

Rhiana

Active

Citrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai · Watermelon

SEMILLAS FITO, S.A.

ES
2 records

Citrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai · Watermelon

UNITED GENETICS SEEDS CO

PT
3 records

Rosamax

Active

Beta vulgaris Sugar Beet Group · Sugar beet

KUHN E CO.

IT
2 records

Citrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai · Watermelon

INTERSEMILLAS SAU

ES
2 records

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