Carnation variety "Loncitra"

Abstract

A new variety of standard carnation particularly distinguished by its medium sized flowers of light red or Rose Bengal overall coloration which are borne singly on long, strong stems; the plant having a tall, vigorous and upright growth habit blooming recurrently in spring, midseason and fall with a tendency to give fewer blooms in fall.

We claim: 
     
       1. A new and distinctive carnation cultivar of the standard type, substantially as herein shown and described, characterized by the light red overall coloring of its medium sized blooms which are borne on long, strong stems having moderately abundant foliage, the plant blooming recurrently and profusely during the growing season.