USPP6846P - African violet plant named Angelica - Google Patents
African violet plant named Angelica Download PDFInfo
- Publication number
- USPP6846P USPP6846P US07/152,816 US15281688V US6846P US PP6846 P USPP6846 P US PP6846P US 15281688 V US15281688 V US 15281688V US 6846 P US6846 P US 6846P
- Authority
- US
- United States
- Prior art keywords
- angelica
- flowers
- leaves
- flowering
- center
- Prior art date
- Legal status (The legal status is an assumption and is not a legal conclusion. Google has not performed a legal analysis and makes no representation as to the accuracy of the status listed.)
- Expired - Lifetime
Links
- 235000001287 Guettarda speciosa Nutrition 0.000 title claims abstract description 11
- 244000070968 Saintpaulia ionantha Species 0.000 title claims abstract description 7
- 240000002045 Guettarda speciosa Species 0.000 title abstract 3
- 241000196324 Embryophyta Species 0.000 title description 6
- 230000017260 vegetative to reproductive phase transition of meristem Effects 0.000 claims abstract description 7
- 241000972773 Aulopiformes Species 0.000 claims abstract description 5
- 235000019515 salmon Nutrition 0.000 claims abstract description 5
- 230000005923 long-lasting effect Effects 0.000 claims abstract description 4
- 238000004382 potting Methods 0.000 claims abstract description 4
- 244000061520 Angelica archangelica Species 0.000 claims 1
- 240000001140 Mimosa pudica Species 0.000 abstract description 3
- 241000125175 Angelica Species 0.000 description 7
- 239000002775 capsule Substances 0.000 description 3
- 230000011681 asexual reproduction Effects 0.000 description 2
- 238000013465 asexual reproduction Methods 0.000 description 2
- 239000003086 colorant Substances 0.000 description 2
- 238000005520 cutting process Methods 0.000 description 2
- 241001465180 Botrytis Species 0.000 description 1
- 241001164374 Calyx Species 0.000 description 1
- 208000035240 Disease Resistance Diseases 0.000 description 1
- 238000009395 breeding Methods 0.000 description 1
- 230000001488 breeding effect Effects 0.000 description 1
- 230000007613 environmental effect Effects 0.000 description 1
- 238000005259 measurement Methods 0.000 description 1
- 238000000034 method Methods 0.000 description 1
- 210000000056 organ Anatomy 0.000 description 1
- 210000001672 ovary Anatomy 0.000 description 1
- 230000001850 reproductive effect Effects 0.000 description 1
- 230000000717 retained effect Effects 0.000 description 1
- 210000003462 vein Anatomy 0.000 description 1
Images
Classifications
-
- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A01—AGRICULTURE; FORESTRY; ANIMAL HUSBANDRY; HUNTING; TRAPPING; FISHING
- A01H—NEW PLANTS OR NON-TRANSGENIC PROCESSES FOR OBTAINING THEM; PLANT REPRODUCTION BY TISSUE CULTURE TECHNIQUES
- A01H6/00—Angiosperms, i.e. flowering plants, characterised by their botanic taxonomy
- A01H6/44—Gesneriaceae, e.g. African violet
- A01H6/444—Saintpaulia [African violet]
-
- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A01—AGRICULTURE; FORESTRY; ANIMAL HUSBANDRY; HUNTING; TRAPPING; FISHING
- A01H—NEW PLANTS OR NON-TRANSGENIC PROCESSES FOR OBTAINING THEM; PLANT REPRODUCTION BY TISSUE CULTURE TECHNIQUES
- A01H5/00—Angiosperms, i.e. flowering plants, characterised by their plant parts; Angiosperms characterised otherwise than by their botanic taxonomy
- A01H5/02—Flowers
Definitions
- the present invention comprises a new and distinct cultivar of African violet plant, botanically known as Saintpaulia ionantha, and hereinafter referred to by the cultivar name Angelica.
- the new cultivar was referred to during the breeding and selection process by the designation M of C 165/9-40/77, and is a sport of Indiana, disclosed in my U.S. Plant Pat. No. 4,296 granted in 1978. Angelica is similar in all essential respects to Indiana except for its light salmon pink flower color.
- Angelica was discovered in a flowering block of the parent cultivar Indiana, and subsequently selected. Asexual reproduction of the new cultivar by leaf cuttings, as performed by me at Haffen, West Germany, has demonstrated that the combination of characteristics as herein disclosed for the new cultivar are firmly fixed and retained through successive generations of asexual reproduction.
- Angelica has not been observed under all possible environmental conditions.
- the phenotype may vary significantly with variations in environment such as temperature, light intensity and day length.
- the following observations, measurements and values describe the new cultivar as grown in Haffen, West Germany and Nashville, Tenn. under greenhouse conditions which closely approximate those generally used in commercial practice.
- Each plant carries 8 and more upright flower stems, each of which carries 8-12 flowers.
- Botanical Classification Saintpaulia ionantha, Ramt., c.v. Angelica.
- Propagation The new cultivar holds its distinguishing characteristics through successive propagations by leaf cuttings.
- Plant From 9 cm to 10 cm tall when grown in pots, and approximately 23-26 cm in diameter when fully grown.
- Leaves.--General form Oval to heart-shaped. Diameter: 70-80 mm. Texture: Velvety. Aspect: shiny, hairy. Veins: Upperside: visible; underside: very well pronounced, light green with reddish touch towards the center; on young leaves reddich purple. Color (upperside): Yellow-Green Group 147 A. Color (underside): Greyed-Green Group 194 C. Petiole: Strong upright, reddish brown, greenish on side towards the pot, hairy.
- Angelica is a vigorous grower with attractive bright green, shiny leaves. A tight bouquet of flowers free standing above the leaves develops after approximately 10-11 weeks. Each of the 8 and more flowers stems carries 8-12 and more shiny, light salmon pink flowers. The single, violet-shaped flowers display a darker pink in the center that radiates into the two smaller petals. Occasionally, 1-2 additional small petals may develop. The flowers are long-lasting and non-dropping and the seed capsule pushes slightly through.
Landscapes
- Life Sciences & Earth Sciences (AREA)
- Health & Medical Sciences (AREA)
- Physiology (AREA)
- Botany (AREA)
- Developmental Biology & Embryology (AREA)
- Environmental Sciences (AREA)
- Natural Medicines & Medicinal Plants (AREA)
- Breeding Of Plants And Reproduction By Means Of Culturing (AREA)
Abstract
A new and distinct cultivar of African violet named Angelica which is a sport of Indiana, disclosed in U.S. Plant Pat. No. 4,296. Angelica is characterized by its single, shiny, light salmon pink flowers with darker pink center radiating into the 2 small petals; strong, upright flower stems that curve slightly toward the center to form a bouquet above the leaves; bright green, oval to heart-shaped leaves; profuse flowering, vigorous growth habit, flowering 10-11 weeks after potting, and its long-lasting and non-dropping flowers.
Description
The present invention comprises a new and distinct cultivar of African violet plant, botanically known as Saintpaulia ionantha, and hereinafter referred to by the cultivar name Angelica.
The new cultivar was referred to during the breeding and selection process by the designation M of C 165/9-40/77, and is a sport of Indiana, disclosed in my U.S. Plant Pat. No. 4,296 granted in 1978. Angelica is similar in all essential respects to Indiana except for its light salmon pink flower color.
Angelica was discovered in a flowering block of the parent cultivar Indiana, and subsequently selected. Asexual reproduction of the new cultivar by leaf cuttings, as performed by me at Haffen, West Germany, has demonstrated that the combination of characteristics as herein disclosed for the new cultivar are firmly fixed and retained through successive generations of asexual reproduction.
Angelica has not been observed under all possible environmental conditions. The phenotype may vary significantly with variations in environment such as temperature, light intensity and day length. The following observations, measurements and values describe the new cultivar as grown in Haffen, West Germany and Nashville, Tenn. under greenhouse conditions which closely approximate those generally used in commercial practice.
The following traits have been repeatedly observed and are determined to be basic characteristics of Angelica, which in combination distinguish this African violet as a new and distinct cultivar:
(1) Strong, upright flower stems curving slightly toward the center.
(2) Shiny, light salmon pink single flowers.
(3) Profuse flowering.
(4) Each plant carries 8 and more upright flower stems, each of which carries 8-12 flowers.
5) Long lasting, non-dropping flowers.
(6) Vigorous grower.
(7) Plant saleable 10 to 11 weeks after potting.
(8) Seed capsules push slightly through.
(9) Bright green, oval to heart-shaped leaves.
(10) After maturity the flowers dry off, and remain on the peduncle without becoming infected by botrytis.
The accompanying color photographic drawing shows a typical specimen plant of the new cultivar. The colors appearing in the photograph are as true as possible with color illustrations of this type.
In the following description, color references are made to the Royal Horticultural Society Colour Chart (RHS), except where general colors of ordinary significance are referred to. Color values were taken under natural sunlight conditions at approximately 2 p.m. in Nashville, Tenn.
Botanical Classification: Saintpaulia ionantha, Ramt., c.v. Angelica.
Parentage: Sport of Indiana, disclosed in U.S. Plant Pat. No. 4,296.
Propagation: The new cultivar holds its distinguishing characteristics through successive propagations by leaf cuttings.
Plant: From 9 cm to 10 cm tall when grown in pots, and approximately 23-26 cm in diameter when fully grown.
Leaves.--General form: Oval to heart-shaped. Diameter: 70-80 mm. Texture: Velvety. Aspect: shiny, hairy. Veins: Upperside: visible; underside: very well pronounced, light green with reddish touch towards the center; on young leaves reddich purple. Color (upperside): Yellow-Green Group 147 A. Color (underside): Greyed-Green Group 194 C. Petiole: Strong upright, reddish brown, greenish on side towards the pot, hairy.
Flowers.--Buds: Ball-shaped, 8-9 mm just before opening, light pink. Sepals: Five (5). Color: Green with reddish brown touch. Calyx: Shape: Funnel-shaped. Aspect: Spear-shaped, hairy. Peduncle: Character: Strong upright, hairy. Color: Reddish brown. Individual flowers: Size: 35-45 mm. Shape: Single violet-shaped (3 large and 2 small petals). Color (upperside): Red-Purple Group 62 between C and D. Under cooler temperature and more intensive lighting, the pink tends to intensify. Color (underside): Red-Purple Group 62 between C and D. Borne: Each flower stem carries 8-12 flowers on strong, upright peduncle that are free standing above the leaves, thereby forming a compact bouquet. Flowering habit: Flowers 10-11 weeks after potting.
Reproductive organs.--Stamens: Two (2). Anthers: 2 composed of 4 anther cells, seed capsule pushes slightly through. Filaments: Yellowish green with pink traces, 4 mm long. Pollen Color: Yellow Group 7 A. Styles: 7-8 mm long, pink, base of ovary light green and hairy.
Roots.--Normally developed, white when young, turning slightly brownish when older.
Disease resistance: Good.
General observations: Angelica is a vigorous grower with attractive bright green, shiny leaves. A tight bouquet of flowers free standing above the leaves develops after approximately 10-11 weeks. Each of the 8 and more flowers stems carries 8-12 and more shiny, light salmon pink flowers. The single, violet-shaped flowers display a darker pink in the center that radiates into the two smaller petals. Occasionally, 1-2 additional small petals may develop. The flowers are long-lasting and non-dropping and the seed capsule pushes slightly through.
Claims (1)
1. A new and distinct cultivar of African violet named Angelica, as described and illustrated, and particularly characterized by its single, shiny, light salmon pink flowers with darker pink center radiating into the 2 small petals; strong, upright flower stems that curve slightly toward the center to form a bouquet above the leaves; bright green oval to heart-shaped leaves; profuse flowering, vigorous growth habit, flowering 10-11 weeks after potting, and its long-lasting and non-dropping flowers.
Priority Applications (1)
| Application Number | Priority Date | Filing Date | Title |
|---|---|---|---|
| US07/152,816 USPP6846P (en) | 1988-02-05 | 1988-02-05 | African violet plant named Angelica |
Applications Claiming Priority (1)
| Application Number | Priority Date | Filing Date | Title |
|---|---|---|---|
| US07/152,816 USPP6846P (en) | 1988-02-05 | 1988-02-05 | African violet plant named Angelica |
Publications (1)
| Publication Number | Publication Date |
|---|---|
| USPP6846P true USPP6846P (en) | 1989-06-13 |
Family
ID=22544569
Family Applications (1)
| Application Number | Title | Priority Date | Filing Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| US07/152,816 Expired - Lifetime USPP6846P (en) | 1988-02-05 | 1988-02-05 | African violet plant named Angelica |
Country Status (1)
| Country | Link |
|---|---|
| US (1) | USPP6846P (en) |
-
1988
- 1988-02-05 US US07/152,816 patent/USPP6846P/en not_active Expired - Lifetime
Similar Documents
| Publication | Publication Date | Title |
|---|---|---|
| USPP6846P (en) | African violet plant named Angelica | |
| USPP6998P (en) | African violet plant named Nancy | |
| USPP7095P (en) | African violet plant named Little Kunzite | |
| USPP7008P (en) | African violet plant named Knoxville | |
| USPP7109P (en) | African violet plant named Improved Texas | |
| USPP7027P (en) | African violet plant named Improved Colorado | |
| USPP6917P (en) | African violet plant named Virgo | |
| USPP7132P (en) | African violet plant named Improved Iowa | |
| USPP7057P (en) | African violet plant named Farrah | |
| USPP7056P (en) | African violet plant name West Virginia | |
| USPP6849P (en) | African violet plant named improved Georgia | |
| USPP7007P (en) | African violet plant named Taurus | |
| USPP7088P (en) | African violet plant named Decennie | |
| USPP7110P (en) | African violet plant named Scorpio | |
| USPP7005P (en) | African violet plant named Martinique | |
| USPP6845P (en) | African violet plant named Improved Florida | |
| USPP7134P (en) | African violet plant named Nicole | |
| USPP6931P (en) | African violet plant named Improved Maryland | |
| USPP7053P (en) | African violet plant named Gemini | |
| USPP7094P (en) | African violet plant Lucy | |
| USPP6587P (en) | African violet plant named Sonja | |
| USPP6848P (en) | African violet plant named Dallas | |
| USPP6919P (en) | African violet plant named St. Louis | |
| USPP7261P (en) | African violet plant named Improved Ellen | |
| USPP8133P (en) | African violet plant named Cathy |