Breeding of a New Towel Gourd named'Hengliang No.1'
[Objective]This study aims to introduce'Hengliang No.1'luffa,an elite inbred line variety meticulously bred with heat tolerance,wet resistance,and high yield characteristics,suitable for widespread cultivation in the Yangtze River Basin.[Method]'Hengliang No.1'luffa was obtained through inbred line breeding and multi-generation single-plant selection from variant individuals of Zhuzhou White Luffa.Detailed observations and assessments were conducted on its growth characteristics,yield,and quality.[Result]'Hengliang No.1'luffa exhibits early maturity,with a single fruit weight ranging from 0.48 to 0.61 kg and a fruit length of 26.0 to 27.2 cm,presenting an elegant short cylindrical shape.The fruit skin is bright white with a green tint,and the flesh is pure white.With a high yield of 2 781.3 kg/667 m2 throughout the growing season,it boasts a refreshing taste and excellent quality.[Conclusion]'Hengliang No.1'luffa is an elite variety of luffa with superior characteristics suitable for extensive cultivation in the Yangtze River Basin.Its high yield and excellent quality will provide strong support for agricultural production and meet market demand.
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