Patents Examined by James R. Feyrer
  • Apple tree named `Big Red Gala`
    Patent number: PP10458
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Gala apple tree named `Big Red Gala` characterized by large fruit size, attractive medium red blush, larger leaves, and rounder fruit than standard Gala.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 20, 1996
    Date of Patent: June 23, 1998
    Assignee: Protree Nurseries
    Inventor: Edward Fackler
  • Sweet cherry tree -- `PC 7222-1`
    Patent number: PP10459
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of self-fertile sweet cherry, Prunus avium, tree which bears medium to large 9.1-9.5 grams in weight firm mahogany-red colored fruits. Its exceptional, high quality, attractive fruits ripen four to five days ahead of the commercially grown Bing variety, which it is compared to herein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 1997
    Date of Patent: June 23, 1998
    Assignee: Washington State University Research Foundation
    Inventor: Thomas K. Toyama
  • Strawberry plant named `Gaviota`
    Patent number: PP10461
    Abstract: `C205` is a new and distinct cultivar of strawberry plant of the short-day type which produces greater quantities of late-season fruit than the cultivars `Chandler` and `Camarosa` when grown in central California. Fruiting plants of `C205` are smaller and more compact, more open, more erect, and less vigorous than plants of `Chandler` or `Camarosa`.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 12, 1996
    Date of Patent: June 23, 1998
    Assignee: The Regents of the University of California
    Inventor: Douglas V. Shaw
  • Freesia plant variety named `Varayel`
    Patent number: PP10468
    Abstract: A new plant variety of freesia suitable for growing under glass as a cut flower.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 10, 1997
    Date of Patent: June 30, 1998
    Assignee: Van Staaveren B.V.
    Inventor: Jacob van Andel
  • Freesia plant variety named `Varatwisno`
    Patent number: PP10469
    Abstract: A new plant variety of freesia suitable for growing under glass as a cut flower.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 10, 1997
    Date of Patent: June 30, 1998
    Assignee: Van Straaveren B.V.
    Inventor: Jacob van Andel
  • Freesia plant variety named `Varablue`
    Patent number: PP10470
    Abstract: A new plant variety of freesia with early flowering response suitable for growing as a cut flower.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 10, 1997
    Date of Patent: June 30, 1998
    Assignee: Van Staaveren B.V.
    Inventor: Jacob van Andel
  • Geranium plant named Bressingham's Delight
    Patent number: PP10474
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Geranium plant named `Bressingham's Delight`, characterized by its dark pink flowers, profuse flowering, vigorous yet relatively low growth habit, and its long flowering period beginning in mid-April and continuing into late October.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 4, 1997
    Date of Patent: June 30, 1998
    Assignee: Blooms of Bressingham Ltd.
    Inventor: Adrian Bloom
  • Mandarin tangerine called Nadorcott
    Patent number: PP10480
    Abstract: A new variety of Mandarin Tangerine called `Nadorcott` is distinguished by its seedless fruit under self-pollination conditions. The fruit is easy peeling with a superior rind and juice color when compared to `Murcott.` The fruit has excellent aroma and flavor, ease of segment separation, tender segment skin and is mid-season maturing with a highly productive yield even for young trees.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 28, 1997
    Date of Patent: July 7, 1998
    Assignee: Jean de Maistre
    Inventor: El Bachir Nadori
  • African violet plant named Rosalie
    Patent number: PP10482
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of African violet named Rosalie, as described and illustrated, and particularly characterized by its single violet-shaped, white flowers with irregular patches of very light pink; strong, upright flower stems that curve slightly toward the center to form a compact bouquet above the leaves; medium green, heart-shaped leaves; profuse flowering; vigorous and compact growth habit; flowering 9-10 weeks after potting, and by its long lasting and non-dropping flowers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 7, 1997
    Date of Patent: July 7, 1998
    Assignee: International Plant Breeding A.G.
    Inventor: Reinhold Holtkamp, Sr.
  • African violet plant named Centennial
    Patent number: PP10483
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of African violet named Centennial, as described and illustrated, and particularly characterized by its large, star-shaped, very light pink flowers with somewhat darker centers and slightly wavy edges; strong, upright flower stems that curve slightly toward the center to form a compact bouquet above the leaves; medium green, heart-shaped leaves; profuse flowering; vigorous and compact growth habit; flowering 9-10 weeks after potting, and by its long lasting and non-dropping flowers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 7, 1997
    Date of Patent: July 7, 1998
    Assignee: International Plant Breeding A.G.
    Inventor: Reinhold Holtkamp, Sr.
  • Kalanchoe plant named `Arjuno`
    Patent number: PP10485
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Kalanchoe plant named `Arjuno`, characterized by its bright red flower color; moderately vigorous plant growth habit; freely branching habit; medium green glossy leaves; proportional leaf size to plant size; uniform plant habit and inflorescence display; floriferousness; and excellent postproduction longevity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 18, 1996
    Date of Patent: July 7, 1998
    Assignee: Fides Beheer B.V.
    Inventor: Ike Vlielander
  • Kalanchoe plant named `Caroline`
    Patent number: PP10486
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Kalanchoe plant named `Caroline`, characterized by its numerous purple flowers and flower buds; green leaves; and good postproduction longevity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 4, 1996
    Date of Patent: July 7, 1998
    Assignee: Knud Jepsen A/S
    Inventor: Knud Jepsen
  • Cactaceae plant named Rudolph II
    Patent number: PP10487
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a new and distinct plant variety of the Cactaceae family discovered as a sport in a bench of Schlumbergera truncata `Dark Maria`. The present invention is distinguished from `Dark Maria` and other known related varieties by a growth habit which combines a "reddish" colored bloom, a strong resistance to bud abscission, a strong propensity for buds to mature and flower, and considerable resistance to fungal diseases. The new variety also possesses the commercially desirable characteristics of a fast growth rate, a strong propensity to branch with minimal pruning, erect stems, and a considerable resistance to nutrient deficiencies.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 10, 1997
    Date of Patent: July 7, 1998
    Assignee: Bay City Flower Company, Inc.
    Inventor: Mario Luciano Martins
  • Vriesea cultivar `Cathy`
    Patent number: PP10488
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Vriesea plant resulting as a spontaneous somoclonal variation among propagules of `Christiane` from tissue culture. This new plant, named `Cathy`, is characterized by having good vigor and an inflorescence of a dark reddish purple, deepening to near black as the blooming plant ages, rather than the usual brilliant red of the parent Vriesea `Christinae`. With the exception of the coloration of the inflorescence, the newly discovered sport `Cathy`, is phenotypically similar to the parent variety `Christiane`.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 20, 1997
    Date of Patent: July 7, 1998
    Inventors: Luc Pieters, Caroline DeMeyer, Arie Stofbergen, Leendert Stofbergen
  • African violet plant named Ilona
    Patent number: PP10492
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of African violet named Ilona, as described and illustrated, and particularly characterized by its small, single violet-shaped, multi-colored light pink flowers with bright pink center radiating into the petals and purplish touches in the center; strong, upright flower stems that curve slightly toward the center to form a compact bouquet above the leaves; medium green, oval to spear-shaped leaves; profuse flowering; vigorous and compact growth habit; flowering 9-10 weeks after potting, and by its long lasting and non-dropping flowers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 7, 1997
    Date of Patent: July 14, 1998
    Assignee: International Plant Breeding A.G.
    Inventor: Reinhold Holtkamp, Sr.
  • Dahlia plant name `Gallery Renoir`
    Patent number: PP10497
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named `Gallery Renoir`, characterized by its suitability for potted plants, garden or patio plants, or as cut flowers; upright and spreading, compact and freely branching plant habit; dark green foliage; early and profuse flowering; rapid growth rate; decorative-type inflorescences that are about 11 cm in diameter; pink-colored ray florets; and good postproduction longevity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 12, 1997
    Date of Patent: July 14, 1998
    Assignee: Gebr. Verwer
    Inventor: Aad Verwer
  • Dahlia plant named `Gallery Leonardo`
    Patent number: PP10498
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named `Gallery Leonardo`, characterized by its suitability for potted plants, garden or patio plants, or as cut flowers; upright and spreading, compact and freely branching plant habit; dark green foliage; early and profuse flowering; rapid growth rate; large decorative-type inflorescences that are about 11 cm in diameter; salmon-colored ray florets; and good postproduction longevity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 12, 1997
    Date of Patent: July 14, 1998
    Assignee: Gebr, Verwer
    Inventor: Aad Verwer
  • Dahlia plant named `Gallery Vincent`
    Patent number: PP10500
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named `Gallery Vincent`, characterized by its suitability for potted plants, garden or patio plants, or as cut flowers; upright and spreading, very compact and freely branching plant habit; medium green foliage; early and profuse flowering; rapid growth rate; decorative-type inflorescences that are about 10 cm in diameter; orange ray florets; and good postproduction longevity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 12, 1997
    Date of Patent: July 14, 1998
    Assignee: Gebr. Verwer
    Inventor: Aad Verwer
  • Begonia plant named `Pinto`
    Patent number: PP10503
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Begonia plant named `Pinto`, characterized by its large, attractive light pink fully double flowers that are about 8.5 cm in diameter; resistance to powdery mildew under commercial greenhouse conditions; and excellent postproduction longevity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 6, 1997
    Date of Patent: July 14, 1998
    Assignee: Begonia Breeders Assoc. B.V.
    Inventor: Geert J. W. de Ridder
  • Begonia plant named `Deli`
    Patent number: PP10507
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Begonia plant named `Deli`, characterized by its attractive light red fully double flowers that are about 5.5 cm in diameter; resistance to powdery mildew under commercial greenhouse conditions; and excellent postproduction longevity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 6, 1997
    Date of Patent: July 14, 1998
    Assignee: Begonia Breeders Assoc. B.V.
    Inventor: Andre Smaal