A New Male Sterility Gene in Capsicum annuum, L.1

Abstract
Genetic male sterility was found in the Bell type pepper variety ‘All Big’. Breeding experiments suggest that the character is controlled by a single recessive gene in Bell type pepper varieties. This new source of male sterility appears to be superior to sources formerly reported by being highly stable and already present with a Bell type genetic background, and by the absence of undesirable pleiotropic effects. The usefulness of the character for hybrid seed production is discussed.

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