Catiknifap, new native variety of Xcat ik pepper (Capsicum annuum L.)

Abstract

Objective: To describe morphological and agronomic characteristics of Catiknifap, a creole variety of Xcat ik pepper.

Design/methodology/approach: Catiknifap was formed by mass selection method from P108 accession collected in 2013 in Muna, Yucatan. Characterization and yield trails was carried out in greenhouse with 3 cycles during 2021 and 2022. Forty five characters were evaluated based on UPOV guidelines.

Results: Catiknifap is an early variety, fruits ripen between 77 and 81 days after transplanting. Its main morphological characteristic is the rounded shape at the junction with the peduncle. The yield depends on the growing season, it ranks from 32.3 to 42.3 t ha^-1.

Limitations on study/implications: Essays were carried out in greenhouses, yield in open field may differ due to the effect of pests and diseases.

Findings/conclusions: Catiknifap is the first morphologically characterized variety of Xcat ik pepper. It is a variety with high yield potential for Yucatan, producing fruits in a homogeneous and stable way.