Descriptor: 6.4.15 Male bud shape (MALE-BUD-SHAPE)



 
Definition:
Male bud shape
Crop:
MUSA
Category:
Morphological descriptors
Status:
Data Type:
Alpha/numeric descriptor
Maximum Length:
1
Comment:
Note the general shape of the male bud at harvest. (Descriptors for Banana - IPGRI, INIBAP, CIRAD)
Responsible Site:
Tropical Agriculture Research Station  (MAY)

Distribution of Values for 6.4.15 Male bud shape (MALE-BUD-SHAPE)

CodeDefinitionNumber of Accessions
1Like a top6
2Lanceolate5
3Intermediate9
4Ovoid10
5Rounded2
7Cordate (heart shaped)2