Descriptor: Sensory Root Sweetness (SWEETNESS)



 
Definition:
Root sweetness determined using sensory analysis by two trained panelists. Sweetness perceived and concentration of sugars does not always coincide since other compounds present in the cooked roots can modulate the perception of sweetness.
Crop:
Category:
Quality descriptors
Status:
Crop Germplasm Committee approved
Data Type:
Alpha/numeric descriptor
Maximum Length:
1
Responsible Site:
Plant Genetic Resources Conservation Unit (S9)  (S9)


Studies or environments

Distribution of Values for Sensory Root Sweetness (SWEETNESS)

CodeDefinitionNumber of Accessions
1Non-sweet3
2Sweet161
3Sweet to slightly sweet1
4Slightly sweet156
5Slightly sweet to sweet1
6Very slightly sweet44
7Very sweet7