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Variety traits

Vitreousness

Vitreousness is an indicator of wheat grain endosperm consistency, reflecting the density of the bond between starch granules and protein. It is a key quality trait that determines the grain grade and its technological properties during processing.

Mentioned in descriptions 836 varieties reference book.

Vitreousness reflects the structure of the grain endosperm and is manifested in its appearance when viewed against light. Vitreous grains are characterized by high density, transparency, and a glossy fracture, which indicates a strong bond between starch and protein. In contrast, mealy grains have a matte, loose structure and a white color due to the weak bond between these components.

This indicator depends on the genetic characteristics of the variety, as well as on growing conditions and applied agricultural practices. Hot, dry weather during the grain-filling period and a short growing season contribute to an increase in vitreousness, whereas, for example, an excess of phosphorus during fertilization can reduce it.

The evaluation of vitreousness is expressed as a percentage and is carried out visually, by the diaphanoscopy method, or using optical-computer diagnostics. Grain lots are classified as low-vitreous, medium-vitreous, or high-vitreous based on the percentage content of vitreous and partially vitreous grains.

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Breakdown by crop

Vitreousness — Durum Wheat 138 Vitrescence — Soft Wheat 35 Watercore of Apple 11 Rice translucency 8 Melon translucency 6 Glassiness in lettuce 6 Wheat vitreousness 4 Corn Vitreousness 4

Found in these crops

Durum wheat 148 Bread wheat 50 Maize 25 Maize 15 Rice 12 Sorghum 7 Sorghum 5 Wheat 4 Apple 3 Sorghum 3 Radish 2 Triticale 2

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.

Tiziana

Active

Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat

CO.NA.SE SOC.COOP.AGR

IT
6 records

Duramonte

Active

Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat

Südwestdeutsche Saatzucht GmbH&Co.KG

ES
6 records

Elsadur

Active

Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat

Saatzucht Donau GmbH & Co.KG

AT
6 records

Casteldoux

Active

Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat

Florimond Desprez Veuve et Fils, FR

FR
7 records

Cesare

Active

Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat

S.I.S. SOCIETA' ITALIANA SEMENTI / SYNGENTA FRANCE S.A.S.

IT
7 records

Centauro

Active

Oryza sativa L. · Rice

HANS JURGEN EVERS (T)

IT
6 records

SY Rocinante

Active

Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat

Syngenta Participations,CH

FR IT
8 records

Tamadur

Active

Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat

Saatzucht Donau GmbH & Co.KG

AT UA
7 records

Svevo

Active

Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat

Societa Produttori Sementi S.p.A

ES IT
5 records

BG Duriamo 2S

Active

Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat

Borislav Kobiljski

BG UA
7 records

Maestrale

Active

Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat

Societa Produttori Sementi S.p.A

IT
8 records

Casanova

Active

Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat

APSOVSEMENTI S.P.A.

IT
7 records

P02085

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

Pioneer Overseas Corporation, USA

IT UA
8 records

Videodur

Active

Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat

Saatzucht Donau GmbH & Co.KG

AT UA
6 records

Wintersonne

Active

Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat

Südwestdeutsche Saatzucht GmbH&Co.KG

DE HR
6 records

Tennodur

Active

Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat

Saatzucht Donau GmbH & Co.KG

AT UA
6 records

SY Banco

Active

Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat

Syngenta Seeds SAS, FR

FR IT
5 records

Gregorio

Active

Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat

S.I.S. SOCIETA' ITALIANA SEMENTI

IT UA
5 records

GK Bétadur

Active

Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat

Cereal Research non-profit Ltd.co (HU)

HR HU
4 records

Duroflavus

Active

Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat

SAATZUCHT DONAU GESMBH&COKG

AT IT
4 records

Comandor

Active

Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat

Danko Hodowla Roslin Sp.z.o.o.

PL
6 records

Arcobaleno

Active

Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat

SEMILLAS BATLLE, S.A.

ES IT
6 records

Ottaviano

Active

Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat

S.I.S. SOCIETA' ITALIANA SEMENTI

IT
5 records

Mv Lucilla

Active

Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat

Zoltán Bedő^^^László Láng^^^Ottó Veisz^^^Gyula Vida^^^László Szunics^^^Ildikó Karsai^^^Mariann Rákszegi^^^Klára Mészáros^^^Szücs Péter^^^Szunics Lászlóné

HU
6 records