Patents Examined by W. C. Baker
  • Patent number: PP12085
    Abstract: ‘Namib Sunrise’, an Ornithogalum dubium cultivar. ‘Namib Sunrise’ has a compact growth habit with three to eight leaves which grow to a length of up to eight-twelve cm. The most striking characteristic of the mature plant is its corymbose-shaped inflorescence (raceme) which is between 15 and 30 cm tall and includes 15-20 flowers. The flowers are RHS25A orange with no darkened centers. Each ‘Namib Sunrise’ flower is cup-shaped, and 2.8 to 3 cm wide.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 21, 1999
    Date of Patent: September 11, 2001
    Inventors: Gail Littlejohn, E. L. Farringer, C. F. Farringer
  • Patent number: PP12244
    Abstract: Portulaca ‘Summer Joy Scarlet’ is a new variety of Portulaca oleracea. This plant has a vigorous, spreading plant growth which produces large, orange-red flowers having a yellow center.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 13, 1999
    Date of Patent: December 4, 2001
    Assignee: Sakata Seed Corporation
    Inventor: Hiromi Matsukizono
  • Patent number: PP12343
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Kniphofia plant named ‘Candle Light’, characterized by its unique blooming period, bloom color, bloom form, and compact growth habit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 13, 2000
    Date of Patent: January 8, 2002
    Inventor: Richard Gregg Saul
  • Patent number: PP12426
    Abstract: A novel mint plant ‘Kosi’ characterized by its high menthol content, high biomass and high oil yield with symmetrical branching giving globular shape to the canopy for equal distribution of sunlight to the lower leaves.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 2, 1998
    Date of Patent: February 26, 2002
    Assignee: Council of Scientific and Industrial Research
    Inventors: Sushil Kumar, Nirmal Kumar Patra, Hemendra Pratap Singh, Alok Kalra, Harikesh Bahadur Singh, Paltoo Ram, Ved Ram Singh, Nareshwar Mengi, Vijay Pal Singh, Muni Ram, Ram Sajivan Shukla, Kambod Singh, Aparbal Singh, Suman Preet Singh Khanuja, Ajit Kumar Shasany, Arif Ali Naqvi, Birendra Kumar, Man Singh, Dharmendra Kumar Rajput, Raja Ram, Jitendra Pal Singh, Vijay Kumar, Hasan Tanveer, Sheo Ram Sharma
  • Patent number: PP12626
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Dieffenbachia plant named ‘Bryant Compacta’, characterized by its upright and outwardly arching growth habit; very freely clumping habit, full and dense plants, with typically about 20 offshoots per plant; and numerous and relatively small leaves with distinct green and light green and white variegated patterns.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 28, 2000
    Date of Patent: May 14, 2002
    Inventor: Theo Bryant
  • Patent number: PP12666
    Abstract: A new and distinct red-flowered Weigela hybrida cultivar is provided that originated as a spontaneous mutation of unknown causation of the ‘Bristol Ruby’ cultivar (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 492). The new cultivar can be readily distinguished by the presence of attractive variegated foliage which is yellow-green towards the center with a lighter yellow-green and/or yellow margin and a reddish edge, and a compact growth habit. The plant vigor is good and the new cultivar is well suited for growing in U.S.D.A. Hardiness Zones 5 to 8.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 25, 1999
    Date of Patent: June 4, 2002
    Assignee: Selection New Plant Sarl
    Inventor: Andre Briant
  • Patent number: PP12793
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Dracaena plant named ‘Limelight’, characterized by having bright, glossy yellow-green foliage which darkens to light-green as it matures; slow growth rate; and long-lasting lime/green color retention in low foot-candle situations.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 22, 2000
    Date of Patent: July 23, 2002
    Assignee: Florica Farms, Inc.
    Inventor: Julio Gamboa Ceciliano
  • Patent number: PP12808
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Begonia plant named ‘77KL Sunrise’ characterized by having a definite and distinct flower fragrance that can be described as sweet and lingering but subtle and not overpowering. It is often compared to the scent of a fragrant rose bloom. The fragrance is most pronounced when the temperature is between 65° and 80° F. The cultivar has a distinctly bi-colored flower fading from a pale yellow center to a scarlet color at the margin. The male flowers are fully double and do not produce pollen or male reproductive parts under normal growing conditions. ‘77KL Sunrise’ has a full and semi-pendulous plant habit with numerous flower shoots (4-6 or more). Each flowering shoot will produce anywhere from 4-6 peduncles with 1 or 2 male flowers on each during the growing season.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 21, 2000
    Date of Patent: July 30, 2002
    Assignee: Golden State Bulb Growers
    Inventor: Andrew B. Snow