Arka Muthu: new dwarf watermelon variety

摘要

Arka Muthu, a dwarf watermelon variety, has been developed by ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru, through single plant selection from seeds collected from Attur, Tamil Nadu. It is evolved for its dwarf, bushy and compact vine with small, round fruits of ice-box type. The flesh of fruits is very sweet (TSS, 12-14% Brix). It is an early-maturing type. Its dwarf plant stature makes its suitable for small garden as both vines and fruits need little space. It is also suitable for high-density planting system. This icebox watermelon is small enough to fit into refrigerator.