Variety traits

Valerianella plant height

Valerianella locusta (L.) Laterr.

Valerianella reaches a height of 10–40 cm during the flowering phase; however, this parameter is not key for the crop, as only the basal rosette of leaves is of commercial value.

In the reference 11 varieties crop Corn salad, where this is mentioned in the description.

The height of the Valerianella plant varies from 10 to 40 cm, with the most common range being 20–30 cm. This trait is not distinguished as a separate standardized indicator in variety trials, as rosette diameter and leaf shape are primary for the crop.

The increase in plant height correlates directly with the transition to the generative phase, which is accompanied by active bolting. Since harvesting is carried out before the growth of the flower-bearing stem begins, an increase in plant height indicates a loss of commercial quality, coarsening of the leaves, and a decrease in consumer properties.

General information about the subject — on the page Plant height.

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Varieties of Corn salad 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.