Gene Details

Gene Locus Name Chromosome Arm Marker type
rv reticulate virescent 3 L Morph
Allele Allele Name Synonyms Source Notes Phenotype Category/Primary
-- SPON Robinson & Rick 1953 TGC 3:23. Cotyledons and new leaves very pale green under greenhouse conditions. Veins in both darker, imparting a peculiar reticulate appearance. Leaf margin ragged. Growth greatly retarded. Under midsummer field conditions growth rate almost normal and leaves nearly normal in color and shape. Highly pollen sterile, yet can be selfed and crossed. Segregation ratios always deficient for rv.
Chlorophyll deficiency: light, grey, or dull green Yes
Virescence: chlorophyll deficiency localized at growing point No
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