Geum 'Coppertone Punch' Stable Overlapping Petals
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Solution Overview
Problem
There is a lack of a Geum plant variety with overlapping orange petals of varying lengths on semi-double deep orange flowers that is stable and true to type in successive generations, available in the market or literature, prior to the discovery of 'Coppertone Punch'.
Innovation Solution
The development of the Geum hybrid cultivar 'Coppertone Punch' characterized by overlapping orange petals of various lengths on semi-double deep orange flowers, which has been successfully propagated by division and is stable in successive generations, differing from existing varieties like 'Alabama Slammer' and 'Totally Tangerine' in flower color and height.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If existing Geum varieties like 'Alabama Slammer' and 'Totally Tangerine' are used, then flower color and growth habit are established, but the specific combination of overlapping orange petals of varying lengths on semi-double deep orange flowers with stable inheritance is not achieved
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies parameter changes by selecting and fixing specific floral characteristics (overlapping orange petals of varying lengths, semi-double deep orange flowers) through controlled breeding. The breeders modified petal arrangement, petal length variation, flower form (semi-double), and flower color (RHS N25 A) to create a stable combination that distinguishes this cultivar from existing varieties while ensuring true-to-type inheritance in successive generations.
2Adaptability or versatility
If a new Geum variety with unique floral features is developed, then distinctiveness is achieved, but availability in the market and literature prior to discovery is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies preliminary action by completing the breeding and selection process before market introduction or public disclosure. The cultivar was discovered and developed through systematic breeding programs, with multiple generations propagated and evaluated to confirm stability of the unique floral features (overlapping orange petals of various lengths on semi-double deep orange flowers) before any commercial release or publication, ensuring both distinctiveness and reliable novelty.
3Stability of the object's composition
If Geum plants are propagated by division, then asexual propagation stability is achieved, but time for propagation and establishment is required
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies self-service by utilizing the plant's natural ability to propagate through division, where the Geum plant itself produces offspring that are genetically identical to the parent. This asexual propagation method allows the cultivar to reproduce true-to-type without requiring complex laboratory techniques or external intervention, though it does require time for the divisions to establish and grow to flowering size.
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AI summary
A new, distinct Geum plant as shown and described, characterized by overlapping orange petals of various length on semi-double deep orange flowers.