Valencialajikkeet

Valencialajikkeet is a Finnish-language term used in horticultural and agricultural contexts to describe plant cultivars that originate from or are widely grown in the Valencian Community of Spain. The word combines Valencia, the region’s name, with lajikkeet, meaning varieties or cultivars, and it is used primarily in Nordic catalogs and literature to distinguish regional cultivar groups from broader international selections.

The concept covers multiple crop groups, especially those that are well established in the Valencian climate, which is characterized by hot, dry summers and mild winters. While the term is most commonly associated with citrus, it can also refer to other fruit and horticultural cultivars associated with Valencia, including certain grape and stone-fruit varieties used in local agriculture and wine production. The best-known example is the Valencia orange (Citrus sinensis), a late-season variety prized for juice.

In practice, Valencialajikkeet is not governed by a single international registry. The label is typically used descriptively in seed catalogs, breeding notes, and regional agricultural texts to indicate origin, adaptation, or traditional association with the Valencia region. Because naming and classification can vary between sources, researchers and growers are advised to consult local Valencian registries or catalogs for precise cultivar identities and traits.