Chrysanthemum plant

Abstract

An incurved capitulum type of chrysanthemum plant which is a sport of the non-commercial cultivar Arcade, disclosed in U.S. Plant Pat. No. 3,659, granted Nov. 26, 1974, Starcade being distinguished from the parent cultivar by its taller height, larger flower size and slower flowering response.

We claim: 
     
       1. A new and distinct cultivar of Chrysanthemum morifolium; Ramat., known by the cultivar name Starcade and particularly characterized as to uniqueness by the combined characteristics of standard capitulum type, incurved capitulum form, white ray floret color, diameter across face of capitulum ranging from 145 to 170 mm. at maturity, uniform eight week flowering response, medium plant height, and excellent shipping durability.