The Marcel variety (A. s. № 110608, 2011) is a medium-maturity, intensive type cornflower created through multiple individual selection from the local MVZ-2 population. The vegetative period lasts 129 days, and flowering begins approximately 62–72 days after sowing, making it convenient for planning agricultural cycles.
The plant is characterized by a cylindrical shape and forms numerous first and second-order branches about 22.6 cm long. The succulent cornflower inflorescence has a dense structure measuring 12.4 cm in length and consists of 8–10 levels on the central shoot. The entire leaf material and inflorescences make up about 55.3% of the total plant mass, indicating high yield.
Marcel is suitable for producing aromatic plants and is widely used as raw material for brewing malt, syrups, and other food products. Thanks to its intensive structure and good resistance to climatic conditions, this variety is valued both in commercial cultivation and in small farms.
