AMARANTA F1 (EX W 36) – Mini Seedless Watermelon

Category: Vegetable Crops → Watermelon
Product Type: Vegetable Seeds
Botanical Name: Citrullus lanatus
Variety Classification: F1 Hybrid
Watermelon Type: Mini Seedless Watermelon

Variety Overview

AMARANTA F1 (EX W 36) is a mini seedless watermelon hybrid characterized by its compact fruit size, striped rind and crisp, sweet flesh.

The variety produces fruits weighing approximately 2.0–3.5 kg, with a dark green rind featuring lighter green stripes. The supplier describes the rind as having a crimson-type appearance.

AMARANTA F1 develops strong plants with reported tolerance to biotic and abiotic stresses. The variety is characterized by good fruit setting and uniform fruit development.

The fruits have a relatively thick rind, which contributes to their post-harvest keeping quality. The flesh is described as crunchy, with good sugar content and a fruity flavour.

These characteristics make AMARANTA F1 suitable for production systems targeting the mini seedless watermelon segment.

Plant & Fruit Characteristics

• Variety: AMARANTA F1 (EX W 36)
• Crop: Watermelon
• Botanical Name: Citrullus lanatus
• Product Type: Vegetable Seeds
• Variety Classification: F1 Hybrid
• Watermelon Type: Mini Seedless
• Plant Growth Habit: Strong, vigorous growth
• Fruit Shape: Round to slightly oval (photograph)
• Fruit Weight: 2.0–3.5 kg
• Fruit Rind Colour: Dark green with lighter green stripes
• Rind Pattern: Striped, crimson-type
• Rind Thickness: Thick
• Flesh Colour: Red (photograph)
• Flesh Texture: Crunchy
• Sweetness: Good sugar content
• Flavour: Fruity
• Fruit Setting: Good
• Fruit Uniformity: High, according to supplier
• Post-Harvest Shelf Life: Described as excellent by supplier
• Stress Tolerance: Reported tolerance to biotic and abiotic stresses
• Disease Resistance: Specific pathogens and resistance levels not provided
• Days to Maturity: Not specified
• Yield Potential: Not specified

Technical Specifications

SEEDBASE Listing Note

AMARANTA F1 (EX W 36) is a mini seedless watermelon hybrid producing fruits weighing approximately 2.0–3.5 kg.

The variety is characterized by a striped, dark green rind, red flesh and a crunchy texture. The supplier reports good sugar content, fruity flavour and uniform fruit development.

Strong plant growth, good fruit setting and a relatively thick rind contribute to its production and post-harvest characteristics.

The supplier also reports tolerance to biotic and abiotic stresses, although specific resistance classifications are not provided.

For additional technical specifications, seed availability and cultivation recommendations, please contact the seed company directly.