Patents by Inventor André Briant

André Briant has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Publication number: 20100024084
    Abstract: A new and distinct Lonicera nitida cultivar is provided that is a mutation of the ‘Briloni’ cultivar (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 15,234). Distinctive yellow-green new foliage is formed that bears less yellow coloration than the ‘Briloni’ cultivar. A somewhat creeping growth habit is displayed. The foliage of the plant well resists burning when exposed to full sun. The unusual yellow-green foliage coloration combined with the other characteristics provides the horticultural industry with an distinctive ornamental plant for growing in pots or in the landscape.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 28, 2008
    Publication date: January 28, 2010
    Applicant: Selection New Plant SARL
    Inventor: Andre Briant
  • Publication number: 20040139509
    Abstract: A new and distinct Lonicera nitida cultivar is provided that is a mutation of the ‘Maigrün’ cultivar (non-patented in the United States). Distinctive new foliage is formed that bears yellow-green coloration unlike that of the ‘Maigrün’ cultivar. A spreading growth habit is displayed and the plant performs well in a semi-shaped environment. The unusual foliage coloration combined with the other characteristics provides the horticultural industry with an distinctive ornamental plant for growing in pots or in the landscape.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 13, 2003
    Publication date: July 15, 2004
    Inventor: Andre Briant
  • 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: PP15234
    Abstract: A new and distinct Lonicera nitida cultivar is provided that is a mutation of the ‘Maigrün’ cultivar (non-patented in the United States). Distinctive new foliage is formed that bears yellow-green coloration unlike that of the ‘Maigrün’ cultivar. A spreading growth habit is displayed and the plant performs well in a semi-shaped environment. The unusual foliage coloration combined with the other characteristics provides the horticultural industry with an distinctive ornamental plant for growing in pots or in the landscape.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 13, 2003
    Date of Patent: October 12, 2004
    Assignee: Selection New Plant SARL
    Inventor: André Briant
  • Patent number: PP20761
    Abstract: A new and distinct Lonicera nitida cultivar is provided that is a mutation of the ‘Briloni’ cultivar (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 15,234). Distinctive yellow-green new foliage is formed that bears less yellow coloration than the ‘Briloni’ cultivar. A somewhat creeping growth habit is displayed. The foliage of the plant well resists burning when exposed to full sun. The unusual yellow-green foliage coloration combined with the other characteristics provides the horticultural industry with an distinctive ornamental plant for growing in pots or in the landscape.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 28, 2008
    Date of Patent: February 16, 2010
    Assignee: Selection New Plant SARL
    Inventor: André Briant