US Plant Patent PP28095

NCVX1

Viburnum plant named ‘NCVX1’

UNDER PATENT

Still under patent. Protection ends August 14, 2035.

Twenty years from the filing date would end on June 19, 2035. This patent earned 56 days of term adjustment for delay at the Patent Office, which is why it runs longer.

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The record

Patent number: PP28095
Filed: June 19, 2015
Granted: June 13, 2017
Expires: August 14, 2035
Assignee: UNIV NORTH CAROLINA STATE, RANNEY THOMAS GREEN
Inventor: RANNEY THOMAS GREEN

Abstract

A new and distinct Viburnum cultivar plant named ‘NCVX1’ is disclosed, characterized by highly glossy, semi-evergreen foliage, which exhibits Fall color of red to purple. Plants are compact with a uniquely prostrate branching habit. Abundant cymes are produced with 150 to 400 florets. The new variety is a Viburnum normally produced as an outdoor garden or container plant.

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What is claimed is: 1. A new and distinct Viburnum plant named ‘NCVX1’ as illustrated and described herein.

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