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US Plant Patent PP24258

Zentmyer

Avocado rootstock named ‘Zentmyer’

UNDER PATENT

Still under patent. Protection ends January 23, 2032.

Twenty years from the filing date would end on September 19, 2031. This patent earned 126 days of term adjustment for delay at the Patent Office, which is why it runs longer.

Figure 1 of US plant patent PP24258, the photograph of Zentmyer printed in the patent.
Figure 1 from US Plant Patent PP24258, reproduced as printed. Photographs in a plant patent are taken by the applicant. Reproduction of the patent document is permitted; the image is shown whole and uncropped for that reason.

The record

Patent number
PP24258
Filed
September 19, 2011
Granted
February 25, 2014
Expires
January 23, 2032
Assignee
UNIV CALIFORNIA, BERGH BERTHOLD O, GUILLEMET LUCILLE, MARTIN GRAY E, MCKEE BRANDON S, MENGE JOHN A
Inventor
MENGE JOHN A; MARTIN GRAY E; BERGH BERTHOLD O; GUILLEMET FRED B; MCKEE BRANDON S

Abstract

A new and distinct variety of Persea americana tree having a high tolerance under most conditions to Phytophthora cinnamomi when used as a rootstock. However, it is severely damaged by salt and is not recommended for locations where salt is a problem. This variety does not yield well under non-root rot conditions in comparison to similar varieties, making it desirable for replant situations where root rot infested soils are a problem.

Show the legal claimThe single numbered claim as granted — the legal text that defines what this patent covers.

What is claimed is: 1. A new and distinct rootstock variety of avocado tree having the characteristics substantially as described and illustrated herein.

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