Descriptor: PLANT SHAPE (SHAPE)



 
Definition:
The presence of a many-thin-stem trait that is desirable for forage. Reference: Kirk, L.E. 1931 Sci. Agr. 11:315-325.
Crop:
SWEET-CLOVER
Category:
Morphological descriptors
Status:
Crop Germplasm Committee approved
Data Type:
Alpha/numeric descriptor
Maximum Length:
5
Comment:
The sample population size and frequency in percent are to be included with each observation code. Therefore a single evaluation of one accession, can require up to three observations in GRIN.
Responsible Site:
North Central Regional Plant Introduction Station  (NC7)

Distribution of Values for PLANT SHAPE (SHAPE)

CodeDefinitionNumber of Accessions
BUSHYPercent of bushy type, usually with 50 or more thin stems.28
STANDPercent of standard type usually with 5 to 10 thick stems.364