US9640PExpiredUtility

Corn plant named `Sun Star`

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Priority: May 31, 1995Filed: May 31, 1995Granted: Sep 3, 1996
Est. expiryMay 31, 2015(expired)· nominal 20-yr term from priority
Inventors:Mary W. Eubanks
Y02A40/132A01H 6/4684
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Claims

Abstract

A new and distinct corn plant which is the product of a cross between diploid Tripsacum dactyloides and Zea diploperennis, a diploid perennial teosinte. This plant is fertile, has proven to be cross compatible with Zea mays L. and offers an avenue to expand the gene pool for commercial corn varieties. The instant plant is perennial, offers resistance to corn rootworm, remarkable drought tolerance, and prolific production of fruit.

Claims

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       1. A new and distinct variety of corn plant, substantially as herein shown and described characterized by its profuse production of fruit, perennial habit, resistance to corn rootworm, and strong tolerance to drought and high temperatures.

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