Phenotypic evaluation of new carnation hybrids (Dianthus caryophyllus L.)

Phenotypic evaluation of new carnation hybrids (Dianthus caryophyllus L.)

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The flower production in Colombia is Seal Kit important for the country exports.Therefore research in flower breeding, especially carnation is essential.Analyzing germination and development of 1a crosses between commercial cultivars we found what hybrid seeds do not have viability problems, and offspring plants with flowering and development most precocious than their parents were found.In same way, is possible to improve cuttings production.

Flower features are important parameters for carnation commercialization.Stem length, stem strength, flower diameter and petal number can be improved, but is important to follow the next generations to make sure of the best characters are stable.Other parameters commercially important like corollas Hair Clips shape, color and leave shape, show environment more than genetic dependence.