cultivar

[kuhl-tuh-vahr, -ver]

noun

1. a variety of plant that originated and persisted under cultivation.

cultivar

/ ˈkʌltɪˌvɑː /

noun

1. a variety of a plant that was produced from a natural species and is maintained by cultivation

cultivar

1. A variety of a plant that has been created or selected intentionally and maintained through cultivation.

Word History and Origins

Origin of cultivar¹

1920–25; blend of cultivated and variety

Word History and Origins

Origin of cultivar¹

C20: from _culti ( _vated ) + _var ( _iety )

Example Sentences

The orchard’s 16 heirloom varieties, older cultivars passed down by generations of farmers, are fenced to keep out the crowd.

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"Climate change makes it easier for sure, but the main driver is the new cultivars."

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In countries like China, where over 70% of apple cultivars are based on Fuji clones, spur-type varieties have boosted productivity and adapted well to areas with poor soil and frequent drought.

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Its focus on rare cultivars has earned it a cultural landmark stop on the Cannabis Trail.

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"A detailed understanding of the origins and breeding history of contemporary varieties are crucial to developing new Arabica cultivars better adapted to climate change," Albert says.

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