Varieties Brgv Buzau In The Process Of Certification

Scientific name: Allium sativum

Common name: Garlic

Provisional name of the variety: Garlic DIAMANT

This variety was obtained from a local population from the Buzău area, which maintains the taste and aroma characteristic of traditional Romanian garlic. The variety has a high production potential per unit area and is very well preserved over winter. The bulbs have an average weight between 30-50 g and are made up of 8-10 cloves. The bulbils are large in size and without red coloration on the outer tunics. The variety is moderately resistant to major pathogens.

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Scientific name: Basella alba

Common name: Climbing spinach, Malabar spinach

Provisional name of the variety: spinach LUDOVIC

This is a variety of climbing spinach with a completely green vegetative part. The leaves are heart-shaped, fleshy, and succulent, varying in length from 5-12 cm. The fruit is an ovoid berry with 4 lobes with a diameter of 5-6 mm. The plant’s leaves can be consumed throughout the year, unlike common spinach (Spinacia oleracea). The leaves can be eaten both in salads, fresh, and cooked.

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Scientific name: Benincasa hispida

Common name: Wax gourd

Provisional name of the variety: Wax gourd RECORD

Originally from Southeast Asia, it is consumed similarly to a melon. The immature fruit is sweet and as it ripens, it gets covered with bloom, a protective wax layer that provides it with a high storage capacity after harvest.
The ripe fruit can reach a weight of over 20 kg, necessitating its support with raschel-type nets. Also, the plant can be used as a rootstock for cucurbitaceae. The length of the fruit can reach approximately 50 cm. The median diameter of the fruit is about 16 cm. The flesh thickness is 3.5 cm and is greenish-white in color, the epicarp thickness is 2-3 mm and is green in color. The number of seeds per fruit is 1470, and the weight of the seeds per fruit is 54 g. The fruit shape is round, slightly flattened.

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Scientific name: Brassica juncea var. juncea

Common name: Spicy lettuce

Provisional name of the variety: Lettuce BLANDIANA

This is a variety of spicy lettuce, with very crimped, large leaves, with serrated and sinuous leaf blade edges. The plant can be consumed similarly to common lettuce with the difference that its flavor is spicy. The leaf at the maturity for consumption has a length of 18.8 cm and a width of 13 cm, it is ovate in shape, divided at the edges.

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Scientific name: Momordica charantia

Common name: White bitter melon

Provisional name of the variety: Melon AMIRAL

This is a variety of bitter melon with the immature fruit being white and light yellow-orange at maturity. The fruit is fusiform, adorned with crests and sharp combs with an average weight of 447 g, an average length of 40 cm. The pericarp has an average thickness of 1.2 cm. The fruit has 27 seeds whose weight with aril is on average 30.3 g.

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Scientific name: Perilla frutescens var. crispa f. purpurea

Common name: Red perilla, Wild sesame

Provisional name of the variety: Red perilla CARMINA

This is a variety of wild sesame with red foliage, with strong anthocyanin coloring on the entire vegetative part. The plant height can reach up to 2 meters, with a base diameter of 2.8 cm. The bush diameter varies between 1.1 and 1.4 m. The length of a leaf is on average 9.12 cm. The plant can be used for food, medicinal, aromatic, melliferous, and spice purposes.

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Scientific name: Pisum sativum

Common name: Garden pea

Provisional name of the variety: Garden pea PERLA

This is an early variety of garden pea with extra fine peas and green pods, intended for consumption in the green state. The pea at the maturity for consumption (green) hardens slowly and is green in color, while at physiological maturity it becomes wrinkled, slightly furrowed and grayish-green. The pod has between 4 and 8 peas. The hectare yield of green peas can exceed 2 t/ha and 2.5-4 t/ha in the case of dried peas.

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Scientific name: Solanum lycopersicum

Common name: Field tomato

Provisional name of the variety: Field tomato DIANA

This is a variety of field tomato, with determined growth, with red fruits, with high firmness. The fruits have a specific character, slightly mucronate pistillate point. The fruits have an average weight of 220 g and a production potential of 50-60 t/ha.

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Scientific name: Vicia faba

Common name: Broad bean

Provisional name of the variety: Broad bean BASARAB

This is a variety of broad bean, with determined growth, with beige seeds, with an average number of 4 beans in a pod. This variety is adapted to the pedoclimatic conditions of our country, obtained from an old local population grown in the hill area of Buzău, Pietroasele-Breaza. The variety is characterized by a high production potential, resistant to the main specific pathogenic agents of the species.

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Scientific name: Cynara scolymus
Popular name: Artichoke
Provisional name of the variety: Artichoke COLUMNA

The Columna variety of artichoke can be appreciated as a plant with multiple uses: food, medicinal, ornamental and melliferous. The main direction of use is the food one, being considered a delicacy in the kitchen. In the pedoclimatic conditions of our country, it behaves as a biennial plant: in the first year of culture, it forms a rich rosette of leaves, and in the second year, it emits floral stems over 2 meters high, ending with large, fleshy inflorescences, appreciated for their decorative but also food value. The fleshy and succulent scales of the artichoke are consumed, the most appreciated and used in gastronomy being the floral receptacle; the harvest of the calatidia begins in July and continues until the frost comes; in the past, this plant was considered “the food of the rich”, today being appreciated and widely consumed in the Mediterranean area. Medically, it is appreciated as a good stimulator of the immune system due to the inulin content, the plant being recognized, especially, for the benefits on the liver, heart and cholesterol level. Nutrients and bioactive substances used in the treatment of various diseases are extracted from seeds, leaves, stems and roots. The artichoke has beekeeping value being a melliferous plant and from an ornamental perspective, the Columna variety has an aesthetic, decorative role, impressing the eye with the contrast between the vigor and size of the serrated leaves and the delicacy and color of the purple flowers.

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Scientific name: Ocimum basilicum var. purpurascens
Common name: Red Basil
Provisional name of the variety: Basil SĂVÂRȘIN

SĂVÂRȘIN is a variety of basil that exhibits a globular bush with rich foliage, entirely colored in red-purple. The distinctiveness of this creation lies in the contrast between the reddish-violet color of the vegetative part and the delicate shades of purple in the flowers. The variety can be used for culinary, medicinal, ornamental, honey production, and aromatic purposes, serving as a reliable source of extracts for the perfume industry. The plant has an average height of 55 cm in the field and 85 cm in protected spaces. The leaves are ovate-elliptic in shape, slightly velvety, and dark red-purple in color, rich in specific anthocyanin pigments. The delicacy of the flowers is given by the lax nature of the slightly curved floral stems, harmoniously complementing the architecture of the globular bush. The decorative character of the variety is also enhanced by the beauty of the floral whorls, which reach an average number of 18 per inflorescence. These flowers are highly colored and fragrant, preferred by pollinating insects, especially bees. Basil has been valued as a medicinal plant since ancient times, being used in various therapies and aromatherapies due to its antioxidant properties derived from flavonoids and anthocyanin pigments present in the plant. It can be successfully cultivated both in the field and in protected spaces, and it is recommended to establish the crop through seedlings. As a decorative plant in pots or planters, it purifies the air indoors, enhances and perfumes the garden or terrace.

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Scientific name: Allium cepa
Common name: Onion
Provisional name of the variety: Onion BOT DE VULPE

Buzău vegetable basin, as a result of studies conducted by paleoethnobotany, is esteemed by archaeologists as the oldest vegetable basin in the country. Moreover, it is here that the first varieties of onions were cultivated through direct sowing, from which numerous cultivars have been obtained over time, cultivated directly from seeds. The modern varieties were derived from local endemic populations. Among these, we find the oldest local population of onions that are cultivated directly from seeds, popularly known as “bot de vulpe” (fox snout), which served as a turning point for obtaining modern commercial creations. However, over time, the basic genetic resource was neglected in cultivation, and genetic erosion became a significant threat, putting it at risk of extinction. Researchers at BRGV Buzau, recognizing the danger, collected local genetic resources and undertook the work of improvement (genetic archaeology) with the aim of restoring the identity and stability of the basic genetic resource. The result is a newly restored variety proposed for approval with the traditional name “Bot de vulpe.” The variety is propagated directly from seeds, with special attention given to establishing the crop.
For successful cultivation, the soil must be well-prepared in autumn, and sowing should be done in the winter windows or early spring, no later than April 15th. Additionally, the crop can also be established through seedlings, with planting taking place in May. The variety exhibits distinct phenotypic characteristics, with the bulb consisting of 8 succulent, tender, sweet, and slightly spicy leaves. The exterior of the bulb is covered with 5-6 golden parchment-like tunics.

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Scientific name: Solanum lycopersicum
Common name: Tomato Hybrid
Provisional name of the variety: Tomato Hybrid EDEN F1

EDEN F1 is an F1 hybrid that exhibits pronounced reproductive and adaptive heterosis. It can be successfully cultivated in protected spaces and in the field, using a trellis system, in a short cultivation cycle with 4-6 fruiting stages or in an extended cycle with up to 12 fruiting stages. The fruit is round and red in color. The strong characteristic of this hybrid variety lies in the taste and aroma that resemble traditional Romanian tomatoes. The plant has an indeterminate growth habit and can exceed 3 m in protected spaces and 1.8 m in the field if not pruned. The fruits have an average weight of over 200 g, and the production potential is 6 kg per plant in protected spaces and 4 kg per plant in open field cultivation.

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Denumirea științifică: Solanum lycopersicum
Denumirea populară: Tomate tip cherry
Denumirea provizorie soi: Tomate tip cherry NERA

Soi de tomate cu fructe ce au greutatea cuprinsa intre 40 si 80 gr sunt de culoare negru-indigo în stadiu imatur iar la maturitatea fiziologica, partea apicala a fructului capătă culoarea roșu-grena. Soi cu creștere nedeterminată pretabil a fi cultivat in spații protejate și în câmp, în sistem palisat. Plantele prezinta aparat foliar redus, lax, compus din frunze ce prezinta foliole mici si ușor pigmentate cu antociani. Inflorescențele sunt liniare, imparipenat compuse, având in medie 12-15 fructe/inflorescență. Potențialul de producție al plantei este de 3,5 kg În câmp și peste 6 kg în spații protejate. Soiul poate fi cultivat cu succes in sistem ecologic datorita rezistentei genetice la principalii agenți patogeni ai tomatelor. Caracterul forte al soiului este dat de culoarea distinctă specifică soiului si de gustul si aroma pronunțată a acestuia;

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Scientific name: Solanum lycopersicum
Common name: Cherry Tomatoes
Provisional name of the variety: Cherry Tomatoes SIMILA

SIMILA is a variety of cherry tomatoes with indeterminate growth, intended for fresh consumption. The inflorescences are branched and compound, with over 20 fruits per inflorescence. The fruits mature to a pink-brown color and have a distinct aroma and flavor. The average weight of a fruit ranges from 15 to 30 grams. The fruits have medium firmness and concentrated ripening, allowing for the entire inflorescence to be harvested and sold as such. The variety can be cultivated both in protected spaces and in the field, using a trellis system.

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Scientific name: Solanum lycopersicum
Common name: Cherry Tomatoes
Provisional name of the variety: Cherry Tomatoes RAPSODIA

RAPSODIA is a variety of cherry tomatoes with indeterminate growth, intended for fresh consumption. The inflorescences are both branched and compound, with over 15 fruits per inflorescence. This variety is distinguished by its tricolored fruits, with red stripes, green, and golden yellow at maturity, with a distinct aroma and exceptional taste. The average weight of a fruit is 20 grams. The fruits have high firmness and concentrated ripening, allowing for both individual fruit harvesting and the entire inflorescence to be harvested. The variety can be cultivated both in protected spaces and in the field.

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Scientific name: Solanum lycopersicum
Common name: Cherry Tomatoes
Provisional name of the variety: Cherry Tomatoes CLAUDIA

CLAUDIA is a field tomato variety with determinate growth, intended for industrial processing. The fruits are firm, oval-shaped (plum-type), red in color, with a high dry matter content of over 6.2%, and a pericarp thickness of 9 mm. The variety has a high production potential of over 3.5 kg per plant. The fruit ripening is concentrated, making it suitable for mechanized harvesting. Additionally, the fruits have low acidity and vitamin C content, which gives them a high capacity for preservation after processing and storage.

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Scientific name: Helianthus tuberosus
Common name: Jerusalem Artichoke
Provisional name of the variety: Artichoke PENTELEU

PENTELEU is a perennial plant with multiple uses, suitable for cultivation in the field. The plant is highly productive, yielding over 35 tons/ha of tubers. The tubers are pink-brown in color, irregular in shape, and can be consumed both fresh and in culinary preparations. The plant has various uses, including food, fodder (both the tubers and vegetative mass), and it develops shoots that can reach a height of over 2 meters. The shoots have a slight woody base and can serve as a source of energy. Additionally, the plant has ornamental value due to its late-flowering, which occurs in September-October and can withstand light frosts. The plant can also be appreciated as a honey plant, as it produces a large number of inflorescences similar to sunflowers, providing pollen and nectar to bees during a period when they are gathering food for winter..

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Scientific name: Levisticum officinalis
Common name: Lovage
Provisional name of the variety: Lovage LUCHIAN

LUCHIAN is a perennial variety that can be cultivated in the field and in intensive systems in protected spaces. It has a high production potential, providing fresh shoots and leaves for an extended period from March until the onset of frost. The variety is characterized by a bush with an average diameter of 60 cm in April. It has light green foliage with compound leaves consisting of 7 trifoliate and triangular leaflets. The entire leaf can reach a length of 36.4 cm, with an average petiole length of 11.7 cm. The variety is distinguished by its strong and specific aroma and can be successfully cultivated in organic systems.

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Scientific name: Cucurbita pepo patissoniana
Common name: Pattypan Squash
Provisional name of the variety: Pattypan ACHIM

Pattypan ACHIM is a variety of pattypan squash with indeterminate growth, suitable for cultivation in both field and protected spaces, preferably using a trellis system. The fruits of this variety are highly regarded as a delicacy and can successfully replace zucchini in various culinary preparations. Additionally, it is sought after for its exceptionally beautiful ornamental appearance and has a high storage capacity after harvest, earning it the popular nickname “finger squash”. The plant has large, trilobed or pentalobed, pubescent leaves with prominent veins. The unisexual, monoecious flowers are highly decorative, with an average diameter of 7 cm and a bright yellow color. These flowers can be used in various culinary dishes. The fruits are pure white in color and, at physiological maturity, transform into a yellow-orange shade. It is worth noting that the fruits can also be used in decorative arrangements and have a high storage capacity from one harvest to another.

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Scientific name: Brassica oleracea
Common name: Cabbage
Provisional name of the variety: Cabbage LICURIȘCA

The Licurișca cabbage variety originates from the local population with the same name and is considered one of the oldest local autumn cabbage populations in Romania. It has been mentioned in specialized literature since 1873, but after 1926, varieties derived from the Licurișca base population began to be accurately described by Romanian vegetable cultivation specialists. Over time, the original genetic material has degraded due to the lack of adherence to conservative selection steps and optimal biological isolation distances from other varieties. BRGV Buzău specialists, recognizing the danger faced by this endemic variety, intervened to rehabilitate it by obtaining a new genotype from the local base population that exhibits the characteristics of the native genotype from the past. The variety has a spherical, slightly flattened head with an average weight of 3.5 kg. The leaves are thin, slightly wavy, and heavily covered with a protective wax layer, providing genetic resistance to specific pathogens. The variety is suitable for both fresh consumption and processing, particularly pickling, as it is appreciated for its thin, velvety leaves that are free from tough and elastic veins.

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Scientific name: Solanum lycopersicum
Common name: Tomato
Provisional name of the variety: Tomato SERENA

SERENA is a variety of cherry tomatoes with indeterminate growth, intended for fresh consumption. The plants have dark green foliage, abundant compound inflorescences, and small, oval-shaped fruits with a bright red color, distinct aroma, and exceptional taste. The average weight of a fruit is 20 g. The fruits have high firmness and concentrated ripening, allowing for the entire inflorescence to be harvested and sold as is. The variety can be cultivated both in protected spaces and in the field. The strong characteristic of the variety is its high production potential, with yields exceeding 3.5 kg in the field and 5 kg in protected spaces. The fruits are appreciated for their specific taste and aroma.

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Scientific name: Solanum lycopersicum
Common name: Tomato
Provisional name of the variety: Tomato VITAMINA

Vitamina is a variety of tomatoes with indeterminate growth, suitable for fresh consumption and processing. The genetic material used initially in the breeding of this variety comes from a local population that was historically cultivated on a large scale in the Ilfov and Giurgiu vegetable basins. The improved variety retains the authentic characteristics specific to traditional tomatoes. The fruits are round and tall, with a yellow-orange color, distinct aroma, and exceptional taste. The average weight of a fruit is 220 g. The fruits have medium firmness. The variety can be cultivated both in protected spaces and in the field, with yields reaching 3.5 kg in the field and 5.2 kg in protected spaces.

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