IP Library Granted Patent US 30,228
Granted Patent P3
US 30,228 · App. 15/732,560 · Granted Feb 26, 2019

Almond variety named ‘VELA’

Inventor: Michelle Wirthensohn (Adelaide, AU)
Assignees: The University of Adelaide; Horticulture Innovation Australia Ltd.
A01H5/08A01H6/7427
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Patent No.
US 30,228
App. No.
15/732,560
Granted
Feb 26, 2019
Kind
P3
Abstract

A new and distinct almond variety of Prunus dulcis named ‘VELA’, particularly characterized by self-fertility, large kernels and very high production. Other desirable characteristics include medium to late harvest time, well-sealed soft shells, and high quality, sweet kernels with high oil content.

Claims (1)

1. A new and distinct variety of almond tree ( Prunus dulcis ) named ‘VELA’, as illustrated and described herein.

Assignments (2)
NUNC PRO TUNC ASSIGNMENT Recorded Jun 2, 2026
From: THE UNIVERSITY OF ADELAIDE
To: ADELAIDE UNIVERSITY
Reel/Frame 075843/0344 →
ASSIGNMENT OF ASSIGNOR'S INTEREST Recorded Dec 4, 2018
From: WIRTHENSOHN, MICHELLE
To: THE UNIVERSITY OF ADELAIDE; HORTICULTURE INNOVATION AUSTRALIA LTD
Reel/Frame 047667/0910 →
Priority Claims (1)
AU PBR 2016/346 · Dec 2, 2016 · national
Continuity (1)
Related Publication 20180160579P1 · Jun 7, 2018