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'Jones hybrid' hickory: a case study in Carya curation
L J Grauke1, M Azucena Mendoza-Herrera2, David M Stelly3
1National Collection of Genetic Resources for Pecans and Hickories, USDA ARS Pecan Breeding and Genetics, 10200 FM 50, Somerville, TX USA.
'Jones Hybrid' hickory is likely the 'Siers' cultivar, a hybrid hickory. Its unique tree form offers potential for improved pecan breeding, aiding in rootstock and scion development for commercial cultivation.
Area of Science:
- Horticulture
- Plant Genetics
- Agriculture
Background:
- The 'Jones Hybrid' hickory accession in the National Collection of Genetic Resources for Pecans and Hickories has incomplete origin and characteristic data.
- Accurate identification is crucial for its utilization in breeding programs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify the 'Jones Hybrid' hickory accession.
- To evaluate its potential in pecan breeding programs for rootstock and scion development.
Main Methods:
- Comparative analysis of phenotypic traits.
- Examination of genetic profiles.
- Review of historical literature.
Main Results:
- Evidence suggests 'Jones Hybrid' is the 'Siers' cultivar, an interspecific hybrid (Carya × laneyi) of C. ovata and C. cordiformis.
- The accession exhibits a tall, slender tree form, potentially beneficial for commercial pecan cultivation by allowing higher tree densities and reducing hedging needs.
Conclusions:
- The 'Jones Hybrid' hickory accession is identified as 'Siers', a valuable interspecific hybrid.
- Its distinct tree morphology presents opportunities for pecan scion and rootstock development, requiring further assessment of its reproductive potential.
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