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Variety traits

Vigor

Vigor is the genetic ability of a variety for intensive vegetative biomass accumulation or an indicator of seed viability reflecting germination energy and the ability to overcome soil resistance.

Mentioned in descriptions 53 548 varieties reference book.

The vigor of a variety is manifested in the overall development power of aerial organs, including tillering intensity, shoot length, and the rate of leaf area formation. As a seed characteristic, this indicator reflects the ability of seedlings to develop successfully under actual field conditions by pushing through the soil layer, which distinguishes it from standard laboratory germination.

During variety testing, development intensity is assessed visually or through biometric indicators, such as plant height and crown diameter, in comparison with reference samples. Objectivity of the assessment is achieved only under identical agrotechnical conditions, as the manifestation of this trait depends directly on the availability of nutrients, moisture, temperature, and light to the plants.

Hereditary predisposition to vigor determines the suitability of a variety for specific technologies. Vigorous varieties have an advantage in competition with weeds, while less vigorous forms are preferable for intensive technologies that allow for the use of high-density planting schemes and facilitate mechanized harvesting. At the same time, the general state of the plants and the incidence of phytopathogens can significantly suppress the natural growth potential of any variety.

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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.

Skipper

Active

Brassica oleracea L. (Cauliflower Group) · Cauliflower

HM.CLAUSE

FR
3 records

Soraya

Active

Medicago sativa L. · Alfalfa

Barenbrug Holland BV (NL)

FR
3 records

Sonoyta

Active

Capsicum annuum L. · Bell pepper

Nunhems B.V.

NL
4 records

Cucumis sativus L. · Cucumber

Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V.

NL
6 records

Sonate

Active

Malus domestica (Suckow) Borkh. · Apple

Prof. Jaroslav Tupy c/o Institute of Experimental Botany

DE
6 records

Sirena

Active

Capsicum annuum L. · Bell pepper

Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V.

NL
4 records

Spectrum

Active

Agrostis stolonifera L. · Creeping bentgrass

Peak Plant Genetics, LLC & Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

CZ
3 records

Sirius

Active

Trifolium resupinatum L. · Persian clover

FERTIPRADO

PT
3 records

Skytree

Active

Brassica oleracea L. (Broccoli Group) · Broccoli

MONSANTO VEGETABLE IP MANAGEMENT B.V.

NL
4 records

Skyteam

Active

Cucumis sativus L. · Cucumber

Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V.

NL
6 records

Malus domestica (Suckow) Borkh. · Apple

VNII SELEKCZII PLODOVYX KULTUR

LT
4 records

Pelargonium zonale (L.) L'Hér. · Horseshoe pelargonium

ILSE FISCHER-TOEHL

DE
3 records

Sofiane

Active

Capsicum annuum L. · Bell pepper

Clause Semences SA (FR)

FR
3 records

Pelargonium zonale (L.) L'Hér. · Horseshoe pelargonium

ILSE FISCHER-TOEHL

DE
3 records

Sil Erik

Active

Pelargonium zonale (L.) L'Hér. · Horseshoe pelargonium

ILSE FISCHER-TOEHL

DE
3 records

Sombra

Active

Phaseolus vulgaris L. · Common bean

VILMORIN, S.A.

ES
4 records

Capsicum annuum L. · Bell pepper

Capsico Hungary Kft, H

SK
3 records

Solgem

Active

Cucumis melo L. · Melon

Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel BV (NL)

FR
5 records

Sibelle

Active

Cucurbita moschata Duchesne · Butternut squash

Ted Superak

UA
4 records

Pelargonium zonale (L.) L'Hér. · Horseshoe pelargonium

ILSE FISCHER-TOEHL

DE
3 records

Pelargonium zonale (L.) L'Hér. · Horseshoe pelargonium

ILSE FISCHER-TOEHL

DE
3 records

Siberika

Active

Lactuca sativa L. · Lettuce

Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V.

NL
6 records

Sintinal

Active

Cichorium endivia L. · Endive

Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel BV (NL)

FR
4 records

Solaboll

Active

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

Nunhems B.V.

NL
5 records