Evaluación del comportamiento de dos cultivares de Gypsophila paniculata. en combinación con cuatro cultivares de Rosa hybrida L. en bouquets para exportación

Abstract

The objective of the research was to determine the optimal combination of four varieties of Rosa hybrida L. (Frutetto, High Magic, Deep Purple Floyd, Brighton) and two of Gypsophila paniculata to create bouquets (Xlence, Mirabella). The process included harvesting, classification, arrangement, hydration, and packing for dispatch, followed by a flight simulation to mimic postharvest conditions and long-distance transport. Flight simulations revealed significant variations in the incidence of Botrytis cinerea among eight treatments. The presence of rot was prominent in the Deep Purple + Mirabella cultivar combination, while other treatments faced challenges such as excessive transpiration and complications in the opening of inflorescences, during vase life the incidence percentages were; for T1: 0.60%, T2: 0.47%, T3: 2.27%, T4: 2.60%, T5: 3.07%, T6: 3.80%, T7: 0.67% and T8: 0.73%, with treatments 3, 4, 5 and 6 being the least favorable combinations. The mild severity suggests the possibility of managing conditions and implementing effective preventive measures. In conclusion, the study provides valuable information to enhance practices in selecting and combining cultivars in bouquet production, contributing to the sustainable development of the floricultural trade in Ecuador