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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.

Resi

Active

Capsicum annuum L. · Bell pepper

DE
2 records

Serrat

Active

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

NL
2 records

Silva

Active

Malus domestica (Suckow) Borkh. · Apple

EE
4 records

Serena

Active

Solanum melongena L. · Eggplant

IT
2 records

Senický

Active

Juglans regia L. · Persian walnut

CZ
7 records

Rosie de Iernut

Protection expired

Raphanus sativus L. var. niger (Mill.) S. Kerner · Black radish

RO
2 records

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

HU
2 records

Regium

Active

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

HU
2 records

Malus domestica (Suckow) Borkh. · Apple

LT
2 records

Plinio

Active

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

HU
2 records

Pontino

Protection expired

Cucurbita pepo L. · Field pumpkin

HU
2 records

Siccagno

Active

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

HU
2 records

Selena

Active

Malus domestica (Suckow) Borkh. · Apple

CZ
8 records

Rosabel

Active

Malus domestica (Suckow) Borkh. · Apple

CZ
8 records

Juglans regia L. · Persian walnut

NL
2 records

Romnut

Active

Corylus avellana L. · Common hazel

RO
2 records

Prunus avium (L.) L. · Sweet cherry

CZ
4 records

Scapino

Active

Allium cepa L. var. cepa · Onion

NL
2 records

Severus

Active

Capsicum annuum L. · Bell pepper

RO
2 records