Chrysanthemum plant named `Chatupa`

Abstract

A new and distinct Chrysanthemum cultivar named `Chatupa` is provided. The new cultivar is a mutation of the `Chalecat` cultivar (U.S. Plant patent application Ser. No. 08/273,998, filed Jul. 12, 1994). Attractive extremely large double incurved blossoms of the pompon type are formed that are honey gold in coloration. The blossoms are long lasting and commonly keep their form for approximately three weeks on the plant and more than four weeks in a vase. The response period of the flowers is approximately nine weeks. Recurrent profuse flower production throughout the year is possible. The plant possesses strong thin stems, forms dark green glossy leaves, and commonly assumes a height of approximately 45 to 50 cm. The light blossom coloration contrasts nicely with the dark green foliage. The new cultivar is particularly suited for use in the production of a decorative pot Chrysanthemum that grows well disbudded. No growth regulator is necessary to achieve the short to medium plant height.

I claim: 
     
       1. A new and distinct cultivar of Chrysanthemum plant named `Chatupa`, substantially as herein shown and described, which (a) exhibits attractive extremely large double incurved pompon blossoms that are honey gold in coloration,   (b) exhibits a flower response period of approximately nine weeks,   (c) forms attractive dark green glossy foliage,   (d) achieves a short to medium plant height, and   (e) is particularly suited for pot mum production on a recurrent basis throughout the year.