Frisian Gold
ActiveSolanum tuberosum L. · Potato
TUBEROSUM TECHNOLOGIES INC
Variety traits
Potato plant height
Solanum tuberosum L.
An important morphological trait of potatoes, defined as the distance from the soil surface to the tips of the stems or leaves. It varies from 30 to 150 cm, reflecting the development potential of the above-ground biomass and the photosynthetic apparatus.
In the reference 120 varieties crop Potato, where this is mentioned in the description.
To measure plant height, a vertically placed graduated rod is used to determine the distance from the soil to the highest vegetative part of the plant. Biologically, this parameter typically ranges from 50 to 80 cm, although varietal differences and environmental conditions can expand this range to 30–150 cm.
Plant height is directly related to productivity, as robust foliage ensures active photosynthesis and the accumulation of nutrients in the tubers. However, excessive development can lead to mutual shading in dense plantings, while unfavorable conditions, such as lack of light or high temperatures, can provoke excessive stem elongation to the detriment of the yield.
This trait is a varietal characteristic and is considered when determining optimal planting density. Furthermore, plant height dictates the technological requirements for ridging, as well as the timing and methods for desiccating the haulm before harvest.
General information about the subject — on the page Plant height.
Varieties of Potato mentioned in the description
Selection based on the description text, not on official evaluation: these data are absent from registers. For specific variety details, please refer to its profile.
Lollipop
ActiveSolanum tuberosum L. · Potato
Solanum International Inc.
Cultra
ActiveSolanum tuberosum L. · Potato
Teagasc
IE
6 records
Solen
Protection expiredSolanum tuberosum L. · Potato
Station de Recherche du Comité Nord G.I.E.
FR
4 records
Lea
ActiveSolanum tuberosum L. · Potato
SOLANA SEEDS UNITED KINGDOM LTD. UNIT 4
DE
7 records
Eersteling
ActiveSolanum tuberosum L. · Potato
SIM W (GB)
FR
NL
3 records
Jonas
ActiveSolanum tuberosum L. · Potato
Saka Pflanzenzucht GmbH Co KG
DE
4 records
Normandeline
ActiveSolanum tuberosum L. · Potato
Station de Recherche du Comite Nord (FR)
FR
4 records
Auburn Glow
ActiveSolanum tuberosum L. · Potato
TUBEROSUM TECHNOLOGIES INC
Pomdor
ActiveSolanum tuberosum L. · Potato
Bretagne-Plants S.C.I.C.A.
FR
4 records
Etoile du léon
TerminatedSolanum tuberosum L. · Potato
Domaine Public (FR)
FR
3 records
Oclaire
ActiveSolanum tuberosum L. · Potato
Station de Recherche du Comité Nord G.I.E.
FR
5 records
Panam
TerminatedSolanum tuberosum L. · Potato
Station de Recherche du Comité Nord G.I.E.
FR
3 records
SINAEDA
TerminatedSolanum tuberosum L. · Potato
Kweekbedrijf-Zpc (NL)
ES
FR
2 records
Beethoven
ActiveSolanum tuberosum L. · Potato
Saka Pflanzenzucht GmbH Co KG
DE
3 records
Wanda
ActiveSolanum tuberosum L. · Potato
Saka Pflanzenzucht GmbH Co KG
DE
3 records
Brennus
ActiveSolanum tuberosum L. · Potato
SIPRE (FR)
FR
3 records
Alena
ActiveSolanum tuberosum L. · Potato
Norika Nordring-Kartoffelzucht-und Vermehrungs- GmbH Gros Lusewitz
LV
3 records
Smilla
ActiveSolanum tuberosum L. · Potato
Saka Pflanzenzucht GmbH Co KG
DE
3 records
Esperanto
ActiveSolanum tuberosum L. · Potato
SIPRE (FR)
FR
3 records
Kalys
ActiveSolanum tuberosum L. · Potato
BRETAGNE PLANTS INNOVATION S.A.S.
NL
4 records
Amulet
TerminatedSolanum tuberosum L. · Potato
HZPC Holland B.V.
NL
4 records
Coval
ActiveSolanum tuberosum L. · Potato
MIKE LUIZANUCSI EVA
RO
3 records
Covasec
ActiveSolanum tuberosum L. · Potato
BACIU ANCA-MIHAELAMIKE LUIZA
RO
3 records