Ficus Patents (Class PLT/211)
  • Publication number: 20210161046
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Ficus plant named ‘ESPE1902’ which is characterized by the combination of a compact growth habit, small pubescent leaves borne on pubescent petioles, pubescent lateral branches, and the stability of all characteristics from generation to generation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 7, 2020
    Publication date: May 27, 2021
    Applicant: J.Van Geest Holding B.V.
    Inventor: Jan van Geest
  • Publication number: 20200113096
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Ficus plant named ‘ESFIBE1801’ which is characterized by the combination of relatively small foliage, foliage with undulating margins and an elongated aristate to caudate apex, foliage with a relaxed attitude, light green young foliage and dark green mature foliage, and the stability of all characteristics from generation to generation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 16, 2019
    Publication date: April 9, 2020
    Applicant: J. Van Geest Holding B.V.
    Inventor: Jan van Geest
  • Publication number: 20170118887
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of fig tree is disclosed, and which produces a green to yellow skinned fig fruit of the common, or persistent type, and which further has an excellent size, and which additionally holds its size later in the season than other commercial fig varieties under the ecological conditions prevailing in the San Joaquin Valley of central California.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 26, 2015
    Publication date: April 27, 2017
    Inventor: James F. Doyle
  • Publication number: 20170118886
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of fig tree which is denominated varietally as ‘S-49’ is described, and which further produces an attractively colored fig which is ripe for harvesting and shipment of a second crop during late July and early August under the ecological conditions prevailing in the San Joaquin Valley of Central California.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 26, 2015
    Publication date: April 27, 2017
    Inventor: James F. Doyle
  • Publication number: 20150121580
    Abstract: A new and distinct Ficus elastica cultivar named ‘NAIROBI’ is disclosed, characterized by, a compact shape and elliptic to ovate green to grey-green leaves. The new variety is a Ficus elastica typically produced as an ornamental plant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 30, 2013
    Publication date: April 30, 2015
    Inventor: Jan van Geest
  • Publication number: 20020194656
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Ficus plant named ‘Mini Amstel’, as described and illustrated, and particulary characterized by the combined features of 40-45 mm wide leaves with elongated, lanceolate shape; medium green leaves closest to RHS 137 A; and irregular internodes with zig-zag pattern.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 15, 2001
    Publication date: December 19, 2002
    Applicant: Miami Agra-Starts, Inc.
    Inventor: Sally Stribling
  • Publication number: 20020078481
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Ficus plant named ‘GRU FI9801’ characterized by its upright plant habit; freely branching growth habit; and dark green leaves.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 20, 2000
    Publication date: June 20, 2002
    Applicant: Vulcan Plants Produktontwikkeling B.V.
    Inventor: Andre Paulus de Gruyter
  • Patent number: PP16013
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Ficus benjamina designated ‘Black Diamond’, particularly characterized by variegated leaves with very dark green foliage with amorphous, irregularly shaped and irregularly patterned spots of yellow green along the midrib of the leaf. ‘Black Diamond’ is heavily branching with an upright growth habit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 23, 2004
    Date of Patent: September 27, 2005
    Assignee: Plantenkwekerij J. Van Geest, B.V.
    Inventor: Jan van Geest
  • Patent number: PP16024
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Ficus plant named ‘Margarita’, as described and illustrated, and particularly characterized by the variegated yellow-green (lime colored) foliage with a dark green amorphous, irregularly shaped and irregularly patterned spot, located along the midrib of the leaf; and by a heavily branching, upright growth habit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 23, 2004
    Date of Patent: October 4, 2005
    Assignee: Plantenkwekerij J. Van Geest, B.V.
    Inventor: Jan van Geest
  • Patent number: PP16374
    Abstract: A new and distinct Ficus plant named ‘Belize’, characterized by its upright and columnar plant form; dark greenish red-colored stems; red purple, green and white variegated leaves; and red purple-colored leaf venation and petioles.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 22, 2005
    Date of Patent: March 21, 2006
    Assignee: Oro Farms Inc.
    Inventor: Johannes Baars
  • Patent number: PP16830
    Abstract: A new and distinct Ficus plant named ‘Brasil’, characterized by its upright and columnar plant form; relatively short internodes; green, grayed green and white variegated leaves; and red purple-colored leaf petioles.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 22, 2005
    Date of Patent: July 18, 2006
    Assignee: Oro Farms Inc.
    Inventor: Johannes Baars
  • Patent number: PP12728
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Ficus benjamina particularly characterized by dark green foliage with a very compact growth habit, small leaves and a heavily branching, and upright growth habit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 13, 2000
    Date of Patent: June 25, 2002
    Assignee: Plantenwekerij J. Van Geest, B.V.
    Inventor: Jan van Geest
  • Patent number: PP12882
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Ficus plant named ‘GRU FI9801’ characterized by its upright plant habit; freely branching growth habit; and dark green leaves.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 20, 2000
    Date of Patent: August 27, 2002
    Assignee: Vulcan Plants Produktontwikkeling B.V.
    Inventor: André Paulus de Gruyter
  • Patent number: PP12890
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Ficus benjamina designated ‘Eclipse’ particularly characterized by dark green foliage that is elliptic with an exaggerated acuminate leaf tip with crenate undulating leaf margins. The leaves are glossy on both sides and the plant has a somewhat weeping growth habit with irregular branching.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 13, 2000
    Date of Patent: August 27, 2002
    Assignee: Plantenwekerij J. Van Geest, B.V.
    Inventor: Jan van Geest
  • Patent number: PP13173
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Ficus plant named ‘000-G1’, characterized by its mostly upright habit when grown under full sun conditions and upright and outwardly spreading habit when grown under shade conditions; freely branching habit, full and dense plants; glossy variegated leaves; and undulate foliage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 7, 2001
    Date of Patent: November 5, 2002
    Assignee: Rose of Sharon Nursery Inc.
    Inventor: Gregory John Mislow, III
  • Patent number: PP13963
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Ficus plant named ‘Mini Amstel’, as described and illustrated, and particulary characterized by the combined features of 40-45 mm wide leaves with elongated, lanceolate shape; medium green leaves closest to RHS 137 A; and irregular internodes with zig-zag pattern.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 15, 2001
    Date of Patent: July 8, 2003
    Assignee: Miami Agra-Starts, Inc.
    Inventor: Sally Stribling
  • Patent number: PP19418
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Ficus plant named ‘Amstel Green Gold’ that is characterized by reddish green young leaves and green mature leaves.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 26, 2007
    Date of Patent: November 4, 2008
    Assignee: Kwekerij De Amstel B.V.
    Inventor: Hubertus T. van Diemen
  • Patent number: PP20038
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Fig tree denominated ‘Sequoia’ is described. The new ‘Sequoia’ fig variety is a high quality, medium to large size, yellow-green skinned fig of the “common” type, developed for use in the fresh market fig industry. The ‘Sequoia’ tree is of medium vigor and size and is a regular and productive bearer, developing both a Breba and second crop in most years. The ‘Sequoia’ has a tight ostiole that substantially restricts the entry of most insects into the interior of the fig fruit. In comparison with the ‘Tena’ parent cultivar, the ‘Sequoia’ is substantially larger in size and has a more prolific Breba crop. The larger size of the ‘Sequoia’ allows it be harvested later into the fall when the decreased size of other cultivars such as ‘Tena’ precludes their use in the fresh market.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 20, 2006
    Date of Patent: May 26, 2009
    Assignee: The Regents of the University of California
    Inventors: James Doyle, Louise Ferguson
  • Patent number: PP21818
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Ficus plant named ‘Green Kinky’, characterized by its compact, upright and outwardly spreading plant habit; freely branching habit; durable dark green-colored leaves that resist abscission; and good postproduction longevity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 6, 2010
    Date of Patent: March 29, 2011
    Assignee: Kwekerij J. de Groot B.V.
    Inventor: Leonardus S. J. de Groot
  • Patent number: PP11325
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Ficus benjamina called `Lauren's Delight` is characterized by a distinct variegated foliage that displays irregular cream-colored margins and two shades of green, occurring in asymmetric shapes and sizes, in the central area of the leaf. Slight differences in leaf shape and variegation pattern between leaves add to the visual appearance of the plant. The plant is also characterized by small leaves averaging approximately 4.5 cm in length and 1.5 cm in width. A freely branching growth habit gives the plant a full and compact appearance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 17, 1997
    Date of Patent: April 4, 2000
    Inventor: Svend Nielsen
  • Patent number: PP11347
    Abstract: A variety of Ficus having dark green leaf blades with aristate leaf tip and semi-upright, weeping growth habit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 27, 1998
    Date of Patent: April 11, 2000
    Assignee: Plantenkwekrij J. Van Geest B.V.
    Inventor: Jan van Geest
  • Patent number: PP25973
    Abstract: A new and distinct Ficus elastica cultivar named ‘NAIROBI’ is disclosed, characterized by, a compact shape and elliptic to ovate green to grey-green leaves. The new variety is a Ficus elastica typically produced as an ornamental plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 30, 2013
    Date of Patent: October 6, 2015
    Assignee: J. van Geest Holding B.V.
    Inventor: Jan van Geest
  • Patent number: PP27929
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Ficus carica plant named, ‘Little Miss Figgy’, that is characterized by its compact, dwarf plant habit, its prolific production of large fruit that is present along the branches, its leaves that are deeply lobed and dark green in color, and its very short internode lengths between lateral branches.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 18, 2015
    Date of Patent: April 25, 2017
    Inventor: Michael Nobles
  • Patent number: PP27982
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of fig tree which is denominated varietally as ‘S-49’ is described, and which further produces an attractively colored fig which is ripe for harvesting and shipment of a second crop during late July and early August under the ecological conditions prevailing in the San Joaquin Valley of Central California.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 26, 2015
    Date of Patent: May 9, 2017
    Inventor: James F. Doyle
  • Patent number: PP27983
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of fig tree is disclosed, and which produces a green to yellow skinned fig fruit of the common, or persistent type, and which further has an excellent size, and which additionally holds its size later in the season than other commercial fig varieties under the ecological conditions prevailing in the San Joaquin Valley of central California.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 26, 2015
    Date of Patent: May 9, 2017
    Inventor: James F. Doyle
  • Patent number: PP31428
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Ficus plant named ‘BAMBINO2’ which is characterized by the combination of a compact growth habit, an abundance of relatively small, cupped foliage which is dark green and glossy, and the stability of all characteristics from generation to generation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 27, 2018
    Date of Patent: February 4, 2020
    Inventor: Eduard J. M. Van der Knaap
  • Patent number: PP31656
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Ficus plant named ‘ESFIBU1802’ which is characterized by the combination of relatively large foliage on a compact plant, ribbed to bullate foliage with conspicuous venation, foliage which is held nearly vertical to slightly pendulous, and the stability of all characteristics from generation to generation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 16, 2019
    Date of Patent: April 14, 2020
    Assignee: J. Van Geest Holding B.V.
    Inventor: Jan van Geest
  • Patent number: PP31936
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Ficus plant named ‘ESFIDE162’ which is characterized by the combination of medium-sized broad spatulate foliage with a medium green upper surface which is sparsely dotted greyed-yellow and golden yellow lower surface, and the stability of all characteristics from generation to generation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 16, 2019
    Date of Patent: July 7, 2020
    Assignee: J. Van Geest Holding B.V.
    Inventor: Jan van Geest
  • Patent number: PP31937
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Ficus plant named ‘ESPE1803’ which is characterized by the combination of large bullate foliage with conspicuous light yellow-green venation, and the stability of all characteristics from generation to generation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 16, 2019
    Date of Patent: July 7, 2020
    Assignee: J. Van Geest Holding B.V.
    Inventor: Jan van Geest
  • Patent number: PP31938
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Ficus plant named ‘ESPE1703’ which is characterized by the combination of a compact growth habit, large foliage relative to the small stems, dark green foliage that is blotched yellow-green and irregularly and broadly margined yellow to green-white, and the stability of all characteristics from generation to generation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 16, 2019
    Date of Patent: July 7, 2020
    Assignee: J. Van Geest Holding B.V.
    Inventor: Jan van Geest
  • Patent number: PP31961
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Ficus plant named ‘ESPE1702’ which is characterized by an abundance of narrow ovate to oblong foliage on a relatively compact plant, foliage with an aristate to caudate leaf apex, foliage which varies in color from light green to dark green, and the stability of all characteristics from generation to generation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 16, 2019
    Date of Patent: July 14, 2020
    Assignee: J. Van Geest Holding B.V.
    Inventor: Jan van Geest
  • Patent number: PP31962
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Ficus plant named ‘ESFIBE1801’ which is characterized by the combination of relatively small foliage, foliage with undulating margins and an elongated aristate to caudate apex, foliage with a relaxed attitude, light green young foliage and dark green mature foliage, and the stability of all characteristics from generation to generation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 16, 2019
    Date of Patent: July 14, 2020
    Assignee: J. Van Geest Holding B.V.
    Inventor: Jan van Geest
  • Patent number: PP31993
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Ficus plant named ‘ESPE1901’ which is characterized by the combination of large leaves held upright on a medium-sized plant, dark green leaves with prominent light green venation, and the stability of all characteristics from generation to generation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 16, 2019
    Date of Patent: July 21, 2020
    Assignee: J. Van Geest Holding B.V.
    Inventor: Jan van Geest
  • Patent number: PP32437
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of fig (Ficus carica) tree named ‘4-19’, characterized by its large size and dark purple skin, as well as its productivity and regular bearing. The tree produces two crops, both the breba first crop and the productive second, or main, crop. The fruit eye is usually small, the fruit skin and meat are moderately thick and durable, and the fruit pulp has an attractive reddish color, is fine-textured, and is sweet and rich in flavor. The fruit appears to hold its size later into the season than other commercial varieties of figs, thus extending the season for prime size and quality figs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 19, 2019
    Date of Patent: November 10, 2020
    Inventor: James Doyle
  • Patent number: PP32537
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Ficus carica plant named ‘PT-DF-14’ that is characterized by its compact, very dwarf, and semi-upright and mounded plant habit, its prolific production of fruit that is present at all branch nodes, its fruit production that commencing very early; as soon as dormancy breaks, and continues to produce fruit until dormancy or year around if plants do not go dormant, and its good performance as a container plant due to its size.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 30, 2019
    Date of Patent: December 1, 2020
    Assignee: B&S PLANTS, LLC
    Inventor: Lloyd R. Traven
  • Patent number: PP33409
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Ficus plant named ‘ESFIDECLO1’ which is characterized by the combination of an obovate to broad oblong plant profile, an abundance of dark green, glossy foliage, foliage with a light green abaxial surface and a prominent red main vein, and the stability of all characteristics from generation to generation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 7, 2020
    Date of Patent: August 31, 2021
    Assignee: J. Van Geest Holding B.V.
    Inventor: Jan van Geest
  • Patent number: PP33452
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Ficus plant named ‘ESPE1902’ which is characterized by the combination of a compact growth habit, small pubescent leaves borne on pubescent petioles, pubescent lateral branches, and the stability of all characteristics from generation to generation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 7, 2020
    Date of Patent: September 7, 2021
    Assignee: J. Van Geest Holding B.V.
    Inventor: Jan van Geest
  • Patent number: PP34851
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Ficus cyathistipula plant named ‘ESPE2007’ which is characterized by the combination of a compact growth habit with a relatively fast rate of growth which makes it suited to production and sale in small container sizes, small leaves, prominent stipules, and the stability of all characteristics from generation to generation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 17, 2022
    Date of Patent: December 20, 2022
    Assignee: J. Van Geest Holding B.V.
    Inventor: Jan van Geest
  • Patent number: PP34871
    Abstract: The ‘S-54’ fig tree is a common-type fig tree, characterized by high vigor, precocious growth, and abundant production of large yellow to yellow-green figs. ‘S-54’ figs have a very small, closed eye that restricts the entrance of insects and spores that may cause internal decay or unwanted pollination. The skin of ‘S-54’ figs is moderately thick and durable, making the fruit well-suited for packing and shipping as a fresh market product. The fruit pulp is an attractive red color, has fine texture and is sweet and rich in flavor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 21, 2022
    Date of Patent: December 27, 2022
    Inventor: James F. Doyle