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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.

Solanka

Active

Pyrus communis L. · European pear

CZ SK
5 records

Teliesa

Active

Prunus persica (L.) Batsch · Peach

CZ SK
3 records

Tayberry

Active

Rubus L. subg. Rubus · Blackberry

CZ HU
4 records

Malus domestica (Suckow) Borkh. · Apple

CZ NL
10 records

Tamara

Active

Cucumis sativus L. · Cucumber

NL SK
3 records

Tama

Active

Pyrus pyrifolia (Burm. f.) Nakai · Japanese pear

FR NL
3 records

Zsófia

Active

Capsicum annuum L. · Bell pepper

HU SK
3 records

Sychrov

Active

Juglans regia L. · Persian walnut

CZ NL
7 records

Prunus armeniaca L. · Apricot

CZ SK
5 records

Prut

Active

Cucumis sativus L. · Cucumber

RO UA
3 records

Stego

Active

Brassica napus var. napus · Rapeseed

IE
3 records

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

HU UA
4 records

Vranjska

Active

Cydonia oblonga Mill. · Quince

NL SI
4 records

Starcats

Active

Malus domestica (Suckow) Borkh. · Apple

CZ DE
8 records

Oktavia

Active

Prunus avium (L.) L. · Sweet cherry

NL PL
8 records

Prunus cerasus L. · Sour cherry

CZ SK
5 records

Novajo

Active

Malus domestica (Suckow) Borkh. · Apple

FR NL
5 records

Vendelin

Active

Avena sativa L. · Oat

SK UA
5 records