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Glossary

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Glossary

 
Gall

Abnormal plant tissue growths often caused by fig wasps or other pests. While some galls are harmless, large infestations can weaken the tree.

Gall Formation

Abnormal plant tissue growths often caused by fig wasps or other pests. While some galls are harmless, large infestations can weaken the tree.

Gene

Refers to Gene Hosey. One variety tied to him is Sal's (Gene).

Genetic Diversity

Fig trees have been cultivated for thousands of years, resulting in a vast array of cultivars with unique traits. This genetic diversity allows for adaptation to various climates and growing conditions, as well as a wide range of flavors, colors, and sizes.

GH

Gene Hosey...

GM

Gorgi M: Gorgi had a very large collection of figs from Malta as well as other varieties. His trees were initially identified with GM and a numbered suffix (e.g., GM-125). Later, some of his varieties were given more common names. For example, GM-172 was given the name Gozo Girl.

Gorgi

Gorgi M: Gorgi had a very large collection of figs from Malta as well as other varieties. His trees were initially identified with GM and a numbered suffix (e.g., GM-125). Later, some of his varieties were given more common names. For example, GM-172 was given the name Gozo Girl.

Graft

Joining tissue from one plant onto another so that the two sets of vascular systems grow together. Commonly used to propogate plants or to grow multiple varieties on one root system. You can find many grafting items here.

Grafting

Joining tissue from one plant onto another so that the two sets of vascular systems grow together. Commonly used to propogate plants or to grow multiple varieties on one root system. You can find many grafting items here.

Grafting Techniques

Grafting is a propagation method where a scion (a cutting from a desired variety) is joined to the rootstock of another tree. This technique is used to combine the hardiness of one variety with the fruiting qualities of another, enhancing productivity and adaptability.

Greenwood Cuttings

Cuttings taken from soft, young growth during the active growing season. These cuttings root faster than hardwood cuttings but require high humidity and careful attention.

GRIN

Germplasm Resources Information Network

Grow light

Artificial supplemental lighting for indoor growing.

GS

Gene [Hosey] Strain: See GH.

Gummosis

The exudation of a gummy substance from the bark of fig trees, often indicative of stress, injury, or disease. This condition can be a response to infections, mechanical damage, or environmental factors, and monitoring for gummosis can help in early disease detection.

 
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