Varieties and species

Arabica, robusta and cultivars like gesha, bourbon, castillo, SL28 or sidra: genetics, sensory profile and growing.

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AB3 AB3 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as AB-3. Reference genetics: Línea introgresada (World Coffee Research).

Acaiá Acaiá is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Brazilian lineage (Mundo Novo / Catuai and related): Bourbon×Typica or Mundo Novo×Caturra crosses bred for yield. Also known as Acaia, Acaiá IAC. Reference genetics: IAC selection from the Mundo Novo group.

Acaua Acaua is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Brazilian lineage (Mundo Novo / Catuai and related): Bourbon×Typica or Mundo Novo×Caturra crosses bred for yield. Also known as Acaua Novo, Acauã. Reference genetics: Brazilian lineage (Mundo Novo / Catuai and related): Bourbon×Typica or Mundo Novo×Caturra crosses bred for yield.

Anacafe 14 Anacafe 14 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Anacafe 14, ANACAFE 14. Reference genetics: Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown.

Anacafe 14 Plus Anacafe 14 Plus is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Anacafé 14+. Reference genetics: Derivado Catimor Anacafé.

Andungsari Andungsari is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Andung Sari. Reference genetics: Catimor ICCRI (Indonesia).

Anthonyi Anthonyi is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. A distinct Coffea species (or close taxon): not an Arabica cultivar; valued for genetics, climate fit and rarity. Also known as Coffea anthonyi. Reference genetics: Coffea anthonyi.

Apoatã Apoatã is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Also known as Apoata IAC 2258. Reference genetics: Coffea canephora (IAC Apoatã).

Arabica Arabica is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea arabica: the dominant specialty species; its genetics (not one cultivar) explain acidity and complexity when the lot allows. Also known as Coffea arabica, arábica. Reference genetics: Coffea arabica: tetraploid self-pollinating species; genetic base of most specialty coffee.

Arabusta Arabusta is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Arabusta hybrid. Reference genetics: Cruce Coffea arabica × Coffea canephora.

Arara Arara is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Brazilian lineage (Mundo Novo / Catuai and related): Bourbon×Typica or Mundo Novo×Caturra crosses bred for yield. Also known as Obatã Amarelo, Arara Amarela. Reference genetics: Brazilian lineage (Mundo Novo / Catuai and related): Bourbon×Typica or Mundo Novo×Caturra crosses bred for yield.

Arusha Arusha is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Foundational Arabica lineage; many modern varieties descend from Typica or Typica×Bourbon crosses. Also known as Arusha, Arusha. Reference genetics: Foundational Coffea arabica lineage, related to Bourbon and many traditional selections.

Asa Branca Asa Branca is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Brazilian lineage (Mundo Novo / Catuai and related): Bourbon×Typica or Mundo Novo×Caturra crosses bred for yield. Reference genetics: Cultivar brasileño de Coffea arabica.

Ateng Ateng is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Super Ateng, Ateng Jaluk. Reference genetics: Grupo Catimor / selecciones locales de Indonesia.

Azulão Azulão is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Azulao. Reference genetics: Cultivar Procafé Brasil.

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Barako Barako is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. A distinct Coffea species (or close taxon): not an Arabica cultivar; valued for genetics, climate fit and rarity. Also known as Kapeng Barako, Philippine Liberica. Reference genetics: Coffea liberica (Filipinas).

Batian Batian is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Kenyan selections (Scott Laboratories and later): famed for acidity and black fruit when AA/AB process and elevation align. Also known as Batian Kenya. Reference genetics: Kenyan Arabica selections, including Scott Laboratories lines and resistant crosses.

Bedessa Bedessa is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Ethiopian landrace or selection: huge genetic diversity; “heirloom” is not one single variety. Reference genetics: Landrace etíope.

Blue Mountain (variety) Blue Mountain (variety) is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Foundational Arabica lineage; many modern varieties descend from Typica or Typica×Bourbon crosses. Also known as Jamaica Blue Mountain Typica, BM Typica. Reference genetics: Typica selection associated with Jamaica’s Blue Mountain region.

Bourbon Bourbon is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Bourbon lineage: historic Typica mutation fixed on Réunion; often sweeter and friendlier-bodied than classic Typica. Also known as Bourbon rojo, Bourbon amarillo. Reference genetics: Bourbon lineage: historic Typica mutation fixed on Réunion; often sweeter and friendlier-bodied than classic Typica.

Bourbon Amarillo Bourbon Amarillo is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Bourbon lineage: historic Typica mutation fixed on Réunion; often sweeter and friendlier-bodied than classic Typica. Also known as Yellow Bourbon BR. Reference genetics: Mutación Bourbon de cereza amarilla.

Bourbon Mayaguez 139 Bourbon Mayaguez 139 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Bourbon lineage: historic Typica mutation fixed on Réunion; often sweeter and friendlier-bodied than classic Typica. Also known as BM139, Mayaguez 139. Reference genetics: Selección del grupo Bourbon (Mayaguez).

Bourbon Mayaguez 71 Bourbon Mayaguez 71 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Bourbon lineage: historic Typica mutation fixed on Réunion; often sweeter and friendlier-bodied than classic Typica. Also known as BM71, Mayaguez 71. Reference genetics: Selección del grupo Bourbon (Mayaguez).

Bourbon Pointu Bourbon Pointu is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Bourbon lineage: historic Typica mutation fixed on Réunion; often sweeter and friendlier-bodied than classic Typica. Also known as Bourbon Pointu Reunion, Café Bourbon Pointu. Reference genetics: Mutación Bourbon (Laurina).

BP 308 BP 308 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Also known as BP308. Reference genetics: Clon Coffea canephora (Indonesia).

BP 409 BP 409 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Also known as BP409. Reference genetics: Clon Coffea canephora (Indonesia).

BP 42 BP 42 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Also known as BP42. Reference genetics: Clon Coffea canephora (Indonesia).

BP 534 BP 534 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Also known as BP534. Reference genetics: Clon Coffea canephora (Indonesia).

BP 936 BP 936 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Also known as BP936. Reference genetics: Clon Coffea canephora (Indonesia).

BP 939 BP 939 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Also known as BP939. Reference genetics: Clon Coffea canephora (Indonesia).

BPL10 BPL10 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Foundational Arabica lineage; many modern varieties descend from Typica or Typica×Bourbon crosses. Also known as BPL 10. Reference genetics: Cultivar WCR de Coffea arabica.

BRS 1216 BRS 1216 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Also known as BRS1216. Reference genetics: Clon Coffea canephora (Brasil).

BRS 2299 BRS 2299 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Reference genetics: Clon Coffea canephora (Brasil).

BRS 2314 BRS 2314 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Reference genetics: Clon Coffea canephora (Brasil).

BRS 2336 BRS 2336 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Reference genetics: Clon Coffea canephora (Brasil).

BRS 2357 BRS 2357 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Reference genetics: Clon Coffea canephora (Brasil).

BRS 3137 BRS 3137 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Reference genetics: Clon Coffea canephora (Brasil).

BRS 3193 BRS 3193 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Reference genetics: Clon Coffea canephora (Brasil).

BRS 3210 BRS 3210 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Reference genetics: Clon Coffea canephora (Brasil).

BRS 3213 BRS 3213 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Reference genetics: Clon Coffea canephora (Brasil).

BRS 3220 BRS 3220 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Reference genetics: Clon Coffea canephora (Brasil).

Bunum Bunum is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Ethiopian landrace or selection: huge genetic diversity; “heirloom” is not one single variety. Reference genetics: Landrace etíope.

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Canephora Canephora is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Also known as Coffea canephora. Reference genetics: Coffea canephora (Robusta es el grupo comercial principal).

Caripe Caripe is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Reference genetics: Introgresión Sarchimor (Timor × Villa Sarchí).

Casiopea Casiopea is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Cassiopeia. Reference genetics: Híbrido F1 de Arabica (WCR).

Castillo Castillo is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Castillo Colombia, variedad Castillo. Reference genetics: Cenicafé (Colombia) selection with Timor Hybrid introgression; rust resistance.

Catiguá MG2 Catiguá MG2 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Catigua MG2, Catiguá. Reference genetics: Introgresión Catuaí × Híbrido de Timor (EMBRAPA/EPAMIG).

Catimor Catimor is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Catimor, híbrido Catimor. Reference genetics: Caturra × Timor Hybrid: group of rust-resistant lines (not pure Robusta).

Catimor 129 Catimor 129 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Catimor129. Reference genetics: Catimor (Timor Hybrid × Caturra).

Catindu Catindu is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Reference genetics: Caturra × selecciones indias.

Catisic Catisic is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Catimor Catisic. Reference genetics: Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown.

Catuai Catuai is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Brazilian lineage (Mundo Novo / Catuai and related): Bourbon×Typica or Mundo Novo×Caturra crosses bred for yield. Also known as Catuai rojo, Catuai amarillo. Reference genetics: Mundo Novo × Caturra cross (IAC, Brazil); compact and highly productive.

Catuaí Amarelo Catuaí Amarelo is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Brazilian lineage (Mundo Novo / Catuai and related): Bourbon×Typica or Mundo Novo×Caturra crosses bred for yield. Also known as Yellow Catuai, Catuaí Amarillo. Reference genetics: Mundo Novo × Caturra (yellow cherry).

Catuaí Vermelho Catuaí Vermelho is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Brazilian lineage (Mundo Novo / Catuai and related): Bourbon×Typica or Mundo Novo×Caturra crosses bred for yield. Also known as Red Catuai, Catuaí Rojo. Reference genetics: Mundo Novo × Caturra (red cherry).

Catucaí Catucaí is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Catucaí, Catucaí. Reference genetics: Modern Arabica cross or selection, often carrying coffee-leaf-rust resistance genes.

Catucaí 2SL Catucaí 2SL is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Catucai Amarelo 2SL. Reference genetics: Selección Catucaí Amarelo 2SL.

Catucaí 785-15 Catucaí 785-15 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Catucai 785. Reference genetics: Selección Catucaí 785-15.

Catucaí Amarillo Catucaí Amarillo is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Catucai Amarelo, Yellow Catucai. Reference genetics: Cruce Catucaí (cereza amarilla).

Catucaí Vermelho Catucaí Vermelho is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Red Catucai. Reference genetics: Cruce Catucaí (cereza roja).

Caturra Caturra is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Bourbon-line selection or mutation spread in Brazil and Central America; not Bourbon Island Bourbon itself. Also known as Caturra rojo, Caturra amarillo. Reference genetics: Dwarf Bourbon mutation found in Brazil and spread across Central America and Colombia.

Caturra Amarelo Caturra Amarelo is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Bourbon-line selection or mutation spread in Brazil and Central America; not Bourbon Island Bourbon itself. Also known as Yellow Caturra. Reference genetics: Mutación Bourbon enana (cereza amarilla).

Caturra Vermelho Caturra Vermelho is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Bourbon-line selection or mutation spread in Brazil and Central America; not Bourbon Island Bourbon itself. Also known as Red Caturra, Caturra Rojo. Reference genetics: Mutación Bourbon enana (cereza roja).

Cauvery Cauvery is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Selection from Indian breeding programmes (CCRI and related): adapted to local pests and Indian process styles. Also known as Cauvery Catimor. Reference genetics: Catimor / selección CCRI.

Cenicafé 1 Cenicafé 1 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Cenicafe 1. Reference genetics: Selección Cenicafé (Colombia).

Centroamericano H1 Centroamericano H1 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Centroamericano H1, Centroamericano H1. Reference genetics: Modern Arabica cross or selection, often carrying coffee-leaf-rust resistance genes.

Chandragiri Chandragiri is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Selection from Indian breeding programmes (CCRI and related): adapted to local pests and Indian process styles. Reference genetics: Selección Arabica CCRI.

Charrieriana Charrieriana is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. A distinct Coffea species (or close taxon): not an Arabica cultivar; valued for genetics, climate fit and rarity. Also known as Coffea charrieriana. Reference genetics: Coffea charrieriana; contenido muy bajo de cafeína.

Colombia variety Colombia variety is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as variedad Colombia, Colombia cultivar. Reference genetics: Modern Arabica cross or selection, often carrying coffee-leaf-rust resistance genes.

Congensis Congensis is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. A distinct Coffea species (or close taxon): not an Arabica cultivar; valued for genetics, climate fit and rarity. Also known as Coffea congensis. Reference genetics: Coffea congensis; especie diploide del grupo Congo.

Costa Rica 95 Costa Rica 95 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as CR95, Costa Rica 95 Catimor. Reference genetics: Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown.

Cuscatleco Cuscatleco is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Sarchimor Cuscatleco. Reference genetics: Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown.

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Dega Dega is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Ethiopian landrace or selection: huge genetic diversity; “heirloom” is not one single variety. Also known as Dega heirloom. Reference genetics: Ethiopian landrace or selection: huge genetic diversity; “heirloom” is not one single variety.

Dessu Dessu is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Ethiopian landrace or selection: huge genetic diversity; “heirloom” is not one single variety. Also known as Desu. Reference genetics: Landrace etíope.

Dewevrei Dewevrei is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. A distinct Coffea species (or close taxon): not an Arabica cultivar; valued for genetics, climate fit and rarity. Also known as Coffea dewevrei, Excelsa species. Reference genetics: Coffea liberica var. dewevrei / C. dewevrei.

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EC15 EC15 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as EC-15. Reference genetics: Híbrido F1 de Arabica (WCR).

Encapa 03 Encapa 03 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Also known as Emcapa 03. Reference genetics: Clon Coffea canephora (Brasil).

Esperansa Esperansa is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Esperanza, Híbrido Esperansa. Reference genetics: Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown.

Eugenioides Eugenioides is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. A distinct Coffea species (or close taxon): not an Arabica cultivar; valued for genetics, climate fit and rarity. Also known as Coffea eugenioides, eugenoides. Reference genetics: Coffea eugenioides; a diploid species and one parent of Arabica.

Evaluna Evaluna is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Reference genetics: Híbrido F1 CIRAD–CATIE y socios.

Excelsa Excelsa is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. A distinct Coffea species (or close taxon): not an Arabica cultivar; valued for genetics, climate fit and rarity. Also known as Coffea excelsa, Liberica var. dewevrei. Reference genetics: Coffea liberica var. dewevrei, commercially known as Excelsa.

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French Mission French Mission is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Kenyan selections (Scott Laboratories and later): famed for acidity and black fruit when AA/AB process and elevation align. Also known as French Mission Bourbon. Reference genetics: Grupo Bourbon (French Mission).

Frontón Frontón is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Fronton. Reference genetics: Catimor (Timor × Caturra).

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Ganadora Ganadora is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Variedad Ganadora. Reference genetics: Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown.

Gesha Gesha is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Ethiopian variety famed (Panama and beyond) for floral intensity; genetics predisposes but does not guarantee high scores. Also known as geisha, Gesha. Reference genetics: Ethiopian landrace/selection (Gesha/Geisha); famed after adoption in Panama.

Guará Guará is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Brazilian lineage (Mundo Novo / Catuai and related): Bourbon×Typica or Mundo Novo×Caturra crosses bred for yield. Also known as Guara. Reference genetics: Cultivar brasileño de Coffea arabica.

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H3 H3 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Híbrido H3. Reference genetics: Híbrido F1 introgresado CIRAD–CATIE y socios.

Harar Rwanda Harar Rwanda is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Ethiopian landrace or selection: huge genetic diversity; “heirloom” is not one single variety. Also known as Harar Rwandais. Reference genetics: Landrace etíope adaptada en Ruanda.

Heirloom Heirloom is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Ethiopian landrace or selection: huge genetic diversity; “heirloom” is not one single variety. Also known as heirloom etíope, landrace. Reference genetics: Ethiopian landrace or selection: huge genetic diversity; “heirloom” is not one single variety.

Heterocalyx Heterocalyx is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. A distinct Coffea species (or close taxon): not an Arabica cultivar; valued for genetics, climate fit and rarity. Also known as Coffea heterocalyx. Reference genetics: Coffea heterocalyx.

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IAC 125 RN IAC 125 RN is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as IAC125RN. Reference genetics: Selección IAC resistente (RN).

IAPAR 59 IAPAR 59 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as IAPAR-59, Catimor IAPAR 59. Reference genetics: Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown.

Ibairí Ibairí is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Ibairi IAC 4761. Reference genetics: Cultivar IAC de Coffea arabica.

Icatu Icatu is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Icatu, Icatu vermelho. Reference genetics: Modern Arabica cross or selection, often carrying coffee-leaf-rust resistance genes.

Icatu Amarillo Icatu Amarillo is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Icatu Amarelo, Yellow Icatu. Reference genetics: Introgresión Icatu (cereza amarilla).

Icatu Precoce Icatu Precoce is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Early Icatu. Reference genetics: Línea Icatu precoz (IAC).

Icatu Vermelho Icatu Vermelho is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Red Icatu. Reference genetics: Arabica × Robusta introgresado (IAC).

IHCAFE 90 IHCAFE 90 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as IHCAFE-90. Reference genetics: Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown.

INIFAP 00-24 INIFAP 00-24 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Reference genetics: Coffea canephora (INIFAP).

INIFAP 00-28 INIFAP 00-28 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Reference genetics: Selección INIFAP.

INIFAP 95-9 INIFAP 95-9 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Reference genetics: Selección INIFAP.

INIFAP 97-14 INIFAP 97-14 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as INIFAP 97/14. Reference genetics: Selección/híbrido INIFAP.

INIFAP 97-15 INIFAP 97-15 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Reference genetics: Coffea canephora (INIFAP).

IPR 100 IPR 100 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as IPR-100. Reference genetics: Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown.

IPR 103 IPR 103 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as IPR-103. Reference genetics: Selección IAPAR (WCR).

IPR 107 IPR 107 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as IPR-107. Reference genetics: Selección IAPAR (WCR).

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Jackson Jackson is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Foundational Arabica lineage; many modern varieties descend from Typica or Typica×Bourbon crosses. Also known as Jackson Bourbon, Mibirizi. Reference genetics: Foundational Arabica lineage; many modern varieties descend from Typica or Typica×Bourbon crosses.

Jackson 2/1257 Jackson 2/1257 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Bourbon-line selection or mutation spread in Brazil and Central America; not Bourbon Island Bourbon itself. Also known as Jackson 2. Reference genetics: Selección Typica/Bourbon (Jackson).

Java Java is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Foundational Arabica lineage; many modern varieties descend from Typica or Typica×Bourbon crosses. Also known as Java variety, variedad Java. Reference genetics: Historic Typica lineage associated with Java/Indonesia; base of many local selections.

Jember Jember is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Foundational Arabica lineage; many modern varieties descend from Typica or Typica×Bourbon crosses. Also known as Jember Typica. Reference genetics: Selección Typica indonesia.

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K7 K7 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Kenyan selections (Scott Laboratories and later): famed for acidity and black fruit when AA/AB process and elevation align. Also known as French Mission, K7 Kenya. Reference genetics: Kenyan selections (Scott Laboratories and later): famed for acidity and black fruit when AA/AB process and elevation align.

Kartika 1 Kartika 1 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Kartika. Reference genetics: Catimor ICCRI (Timor × Caturra).

Kent Kent is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Foundational Arabica lineage; many modern varieties descend from Typica or Typica×Bourbon crosses. Also known as Kent coffee, variedad Kent. Reference genetics: Historic Typica selection (Kent) spread from India and East Africa.

Komasti Komasti is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Reference genetics: Composite Arabica ICCRI.

KP423 KP423 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Bourbon-line selection or mutation spread in Brazil and Central America; not Bourbon Island Bourbon itself. Also known as KP 423. Reference genetics: Selección de Arabica (WCR).

Kurume Kurume is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Ethiopian landrace or selection: huge genetic diversity; “heirloom” is not one single variety. Also known as Kurume heirloom. Reference genetics: Ethiopian landrace or selection: huge genetic diversity; “heirloom” is not one single variety.

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Laurina Laurina is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Bourbon lineage: historic Typica mutation fixed on Réunion; often sweeter and friendlier-bodied than classic Typica. Also known as Bourbon Pointu, Laurina, café Pointu. Reference genetics: Bourbon mutation (Laurina / Bourbon Pointu) with naturally lower caffeine.

Lempira Lempira is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as IHCAFE Lempira. Reference genetics: Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown.

Liberica Liberica is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. A distinct Coffea species (or close taxon): not an Arabica cultivar; valued for genetics, climate fit and rarity. Also known as Coffea liberica. Reference genetics: Coffea liberica; Excelsa is currently classified as a variety within this species.

Limani Limani is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Limani Sarchimor. Reference genetics: Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown.

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Maracaturra Maracaturra is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Bourbon-line selection or mutation spread in Brazil and Central America; not Bourbon Island Bourbon itself. Also known as Maracaturra hybrid. Reference genetics: Maragogype × Caturra.

Maragogype Maragogype is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Foundational Arabica lineage; many modern varieties descend from Typica or Typica×Bourbon crosses. Also known as elephant bean, Maragogipe. Reference genetics: Very large-bean Typica mutation (“elephant bean”), originating in Brazil.

Marsellesa Marsellesa is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Sarchimor Marsellesa. Reference genetics: Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown.

Mayaguez Mayaguez is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Foundational Arabica lineage; many modern varieties descend from Typica or Typica×Bourbon crosses. Also known as Mayaguez Typica, Bourbon Mayaguez. Reference genetics: Foundational Arabica lineage; many modern varieties descend from Typica or Typica×Bourbon crosses.

Mibirizi Mibirizi is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Bourbon-line selection or mutation spread in Brazil and Central America; not Bourbon Island Bourbon itself. Reference genetics: Selección Bourbon/Typica de África oriental.

Milenio Milenio is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Híbrido Milenio. Reference genetics: Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown.

Mokka Mokka is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Foundational Arabica lineage; many modern varieties descend from Typica or Typica×Bourbon crosses. Also known as Mokka, Mokka. Reference genetics: Foundational Arabica lineage; many modern varieties descend from Typica or Typica×Bourbon crosses.

Monte Claro Monte Claro is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Reference genetics: Introgresión Sarchimor.

Mundo Maya Mundo Maya is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Reference genetics: Híbrido F1 CIRAD–CATIE y socios.

Mundo Novo Mundo Novo is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Brazilian lineage (Mundo Novo / Catuai and related): Bourbon×Typica or Mundo Novo×Caturra crosses bred for yield. Also known as Mundo Novo, Mundo Novo vermelho. Reference genetics: Natural Bourbon × Typica cross that arose in Brazil (Mundo Novo / IAC group).

Mundo Novo IAC 379-19 Mundo Novo IAC 379-19 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Brazilian lineage (Mundo Novo / Catuai and related): Bourbon×Typica or Mundo Novo×Caturra crosses bred for yield. Also known as Mundo Novo 379-19. Reference genetics: Linhagem IAC del cultivar Mundo Novo.

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N39 N39 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Bourbon-line selection or mutation spread in Brazil and Central America; not Bourbon Island Bourbon itself. Also known as N-39. Reference genetics: Selección de Arabica de África oriental.

Nayarita Nayarita is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Reference genetics: Híbrido F1 de Arabica (WCR).

Nemaya Nemaya is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Also known as Nemayá. Reference genetics: Clon Coffea canephora (Nemaya).

Nyasaland Nyasaland is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Foundational Arabica lineage; many modern varieties descend from Typica or Typica×Bourbon crosses. Also known as Nyasa, Malawi Typica. Reference genetics: Foundational Arabica lineage; many modern varieties descend from Typica or Typica×Bourbon crosses.

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Obatã Obatã is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Obatã, Obata. Reference genetics: Modern Arabica cross or selection, often carrying coffee-leaf-rust resistance genes.

Obatã Amarelo Obatã Amarelo is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Yellow Obata, IAC Obatã 4739. Reference genetics: Sarchimor/Obatã de cereza amarilla.

Oro Azteca Oro Azteca is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Oro Azteca Catimor. Reference genetics: Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown.

Ouro Verde Ouro Verde is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Brazilian lineage (Mundo Novo / Catuai and related): Bourbon×Typica or Mundo Novo×Caturra crosses bred for yield. Also known as IAC Ouro Verde, Green Gold. Reference genetics: Cultivar IAC de Coffea arabica.

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Pacamara Pacamara is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Pacas × Maragogype cross: very large bean and generous cup; needs careful grind and dose. Also known as Pacas × Maragogipe. Reference genetics: Pacas × Maragogype cross (El Salvador).

Pacas Pacas is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Bourbon-line selection or mutation spread in Brazil and Central America; not Bourbon Island Bourbon itself. Also known as Pacas Bourbon, variedad Pacas. Reference genetics: Dwarf Bourbon mutation selected in El Salvador.

Pache Pache is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Foundational Arabica lineage; many modern varieties descend from Typica or Typica×Bourbon crosses. Also known as Pache común, Pache colis. Reference genetics: Foundational Coffea arabica lineage, related to Bourbon and many traditional selections.

Pache Colís Pache Colís is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Foundational Arabica lineage; many modern varieties descend from Typica or Typica×Bourbon crosses. Also known as Pache Colis, Pache de Colís. Reference genetics: Mutación Typica (Pache).

Parainema Parainema is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Sarchimor Parainema. Reference genetics: Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown.

Paraíso Paraíso is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Paraiso. Reference genetics: Introgresión Catuaí × Híbrido de Timor.

Perdenia Perdenia is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Reference genetics: Selección Coffea canephora.

Pink Bourbon Pink Bourbon is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Bourbon lineage: historic Typica mutation fixed on Réunion; often sweeter and friendlier-bodied than classic Typica. Also known as Bourbon rosa, Pink Bourbon. Reference genetics: Bourbon lineage: historic Typica mutation fixed on Réunion; often sweeter and friendlier-bodied than classic Typica.

Pluma Hidalgo Pluma Hidalgo is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Foundational Arabica lineage; many modern varieties descend from Typica or Typica×Bourbon crosses. Also known as Pluma. Reference genetics: Foundational Arabica lineage; many modern varieties descend from Typica or Typica×Bourbon crosses.

Pop 3303/21 Pop 3303/21 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Pop3303/21. Reference genetics: Sarchimor / selección T5296.

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RAB C15 RAB C15 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as RABC15. Reference genetics: Arabusta × Kent (CCRI).

Racemosa Racemosa is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. A distinct Coffea species (or close taxon): not an Arabica cultivar; valued for genetics, climate fit and rarity. Also known as Coffea racemosa, Inhambane coffee. Reference genetics: Coffea racemosa; a diploid species from southern/eastern Africa.

Robusta Robusta is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Also known as Coffea canephora, canephora. Reference genetics: Coffea canephora, an outcrossing species; Robusta is its main commercial group.

Robusta 1675 Robusta 1675 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Also known as R 1675. Reference genetics: Clon Coffea canephora.

Robusta 640 Robusta 640 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Also known as R 640. Reference genetics: Clon Coffea canephora.

Roubi 1 Roubi 1 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Also known as Roubi1. Reference genetics: Clon Coffea canephora (Roubi).

Roubi 10 Roubi 10 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Reference genetics: Clon Coffea canephora (Roubi).

Roubi 2 Roubi 2 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Reference genetics: Clon Coffea canephora (Roubi).

Roubi 4 Roubi 4 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Reference genetics: Clon Coffea canephora (Roubi).

Roubi 5 Roubi 5 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Reference genetics: Clon Coffea canephora (Roubi).

Roubi 6 Roubi 6 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Reference genetics: Clon Coffea canephora (Roubi).

Roubi 7 Roubi 7 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Reference genetics: Clon Coffea canephora (Roubi).

Roubi 8 Roubi 8 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Reference genetics: Clon Coffea canephora (Roubi).

Roubi 9 Roubi 9 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Reference genetics: Clon Coffea canephora (Roubi).

Rubi Rubi is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Brazilian lineage (Mundo Novo / Catuai and related): Bourbon×Typica or Mundo Novo×Caturra crosses bred for yield. Also known as Mundo Novo Rubi. Reference genetics: Brazilian lineage (Mundo Novo / Catuai and related): Bourbon×Typica or Mundo Novo×Caturra crosses bred for yield.

Ruiru 11 Ruiru 11 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Kenyan selections (Scott Laboratories and later): famed for acidity and black fruit when AA/AB process and elevation align. Also known as Ruiru 11, R11. Reference genetics: Kenyan Arabica selections, including Scott Laboratories lines and resistant crosses.

Rume Sudan Rume Sudan is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Ethiopian landrace or selection: huge genetic diversity; “heirloom” is not one single variety. Also known as Rume, Sudan Rume. Reference genetics: Ethiopian landrace or selection: huge genetic diversity; “heirloom” is not one single variety.

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S4808 S4808 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as S 4808. Reference genetics: Introgresión Catuaí × Híbrido de Timor.

S795 S795 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Selection from Indian breeding programmes (CCRI and related): adapted to local pests and Indian process styles. Also known as S.795, Selection 795. Reference genetics: Selección india con introgresión (CCRI).

SA 237 SA 237 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Also known as SA237. Reference genetics: Clon Coffea canephora.

Sabiá Sabiá is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Brazilian lineage (Mundo Novo / Catuai and related): Bourbon×Typica or Mundo Novo×Caturra crosses bred for yield. Also known as Sabia, Sabiá Tardio. Reference genetics: Cultivar Procafé / Brasil.

Saíra Saíra is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Saira. Reference genetics: Selección brasileña introgresada.

San Ramón San Ramón is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Bourbon-line selection or mutation spread in Brazil and Central America; not Bourbon Island Bourbon itself. Also known as San Ramón, San Ramón. Reference genetics: Bourbon-line selection or mutation spread in Latin America; not Bourbon Island Bourbon itself.

Sarchimor Sarchimor is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Sarchimor. Reference genetics: Modern Arabica cross or selection, often carrying coffee-leaf-rust resistance genes.

Selection 9 Selection 9 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Selection from Indian breeding programmes (CCRI and related): adapted to local pests and Indian process styles. Also known as Sln.9, S.9. Reference genetics: Selección Arabica india.

Sidra Sidra is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Ethiopian landrace or selection: huge genetic diversity; “heirloom” is not one single variety. Also known as Sidra Ecuador, variedad Sidra. Reference genetics: Ethiopian landrace or selection: huge genetic diversity; “heirloom” is not one single variety.

Sigarar Utang Sigarar Utang is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Sigararutang, Sigararutang Andung. Reference genetics: Selección Catimor indonesia.

Sintaro Sintaro is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Reference genetics: Selección Arabica indonesia.

SL13 SL13 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Kenyan selections (Scott Laboratories and later): famed for acidity and black fruit when AA/AB process and elevation align. Also known as SL 13. Reference genetics: Selección keniana Scott Laboratories.

SL14 SL14 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Kenyan selections (Scott Laboratories and later): famed for acidity and black fruit when AA/AB process and elevation align. Also known as Scott Laboratories 14. Reference genetics: Kenyan selections (Scott Laboratories and later): famed for acidity and black fruit when AA/AB process and elevation align.

SL28 SL28 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Kenyan selections (Scott Laboratories and later): famed for acidity and black fruit when AA/AB process and elevation align. Also known as SL-28, Scott Laboratories 28. Reference genetics: Kenyan Arabica selections, including Scott Laboratories lines and resistant crosses.

SL34 SL34 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Kenyan selections (Scott Laboratories and later): famed for acidity and black fruit when AA/AB process and elevation align. Also known as SL-34. Reference genetics: Kenyan Arabica selections, including Scott Laboratories lines and resistant crosses.

SL4 SL4 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Kenyan selections (Scott Laboratories and later): famed for acidity and black fruit when AA/AB process and elevation align. Also known as Scott Laboratories 4. Reference genetics: Selección keniana Scott Laboratories.

Sln.1R Sln.1R is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Also known as Sln 1R. Reference genetics: Coffea canephora / introgresión Congensis (India).

Sln.2R Sln.2R is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Also known as Sln 2R. Reference genetics: Selección Coffea canephora (India).

Sln.3R Sln.3R is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Also known as Sln 3R. Reference genetics: Selección Coffea canephora (India).

Sln.5B Sln.5B is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Selection from Indian breeding programmes (CCRI and related): adapted to local pests and Indian process styles. Also known as Sln 5B, Selection 5B. Reference genetics: Selección de Arabica (India).

Sln.6 Sln.6 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Selection from Indian breeding programmes (CCRI and related): adapted to local pests and Indian process styles. Also known as Sln 6, Selection 6. Reference genetics: Selección de Arabica (India).

Sln.9 Sln.9 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Selection from Indian breeding programmes (CCRI and related): adapted to local pests and Indian process styles. Also known as Selection 9 alternate. Reference genetics: Selección Arabica india.

Starmaya Starmaya is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as F1 Starmaya. Reference genetics: Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown.

Stenophylla Stenophylla is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. A distinct Coffea species (or close taxon): not an Arabica cultivar; valued for genetics, climate fit and rarity. Also known as Coffea stenophylla, Highland coffee. Reference genetics: Coffea stenophylla; a diploid species distinct from Arabica and Robusta.

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T5175 T5175 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as T-5175, Catimor T5175. Reference genetics: Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown.

T5296 T5296 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as T-5296. Reference genetics: Sarchimor (Timor 832/2 × Villa Sarchí); no uniforme.

T8667 T8667 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as T-8667. Reference genetics: Catimor CIFC/ICAFE.

Tabi Tabi is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Variedad Tabi. Reference genetics: Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown.

Tabí Rojo Tabí Rojo is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Tabi Rojo. Reference genetics: Typica × Bourbon × Timor (cereza roja).

Tekisic Tekisic is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Bourbon-line selection or mutation spread in Brazil and Central America; not Bourbon Island Bourbon itself. Also known as Tekisic, Tekisic. Reference genetics: Bourbon-line selection or mutation spread in Latin America; not Bourbon Island Bourbon itself.

Timor Hybrid Timor Hybrid is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Timor Hybrid, Híbrido de Timor. Reference genetics: Modern Arabica cross or selection, often carrying coffee-leaf-rust resistance genes.

Topazio Topazio is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Brazilian lineage (Mundo Novo / Catuai and related): Bourbon×Typica or Mundo Novo×Caturra crosses bred for yield. Also known as Topazio Amarelo. Reference genetics: Brazilian lineage (Mundo Novo / Catuai and related): Bourbon×Typica or Mundo Novo×Caturra crosses bred for yield.

TR11 TR11 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Also known as TR-11. Reference genetics: Clon Coffea canephora.

TR4 TR4 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Also known as TR-4. Reference genetics: Clon Coffea canephora.

TR5 TR5 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Also known as TR-5. Reference genetics: Clon Coffea canephora.

TR6 TR6 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Also known as TR-6. Reference genetics: Clon Coffea canephora.

TR8 TR8 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Also known as TR-8. Reference genetics: Clon Coffea canephora.

TR9 TR9 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Also known as TR-9. Reference genetics: Clon Coffea canephora.

TRS1 TRS1 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Also known as TRS-1. Reference genetics: Clon Coffea canephora.

Tupi Tupi is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown. Also known as Tupi RN IAC 1669-33. Reference genetics: Modern selection or cross (often with Timor Hybrid/Robusta introgression): prioritises plant health and yield without giving up quality when well grown.

Typica Typica is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Foundational Arabica lineage; many modern varieties descend from Typica or Typica×Bourbon crosses. Also known as Típica, Criollo. Reference genetics: Foundational Coffea arabica lineage, related to Bourbon and many traditional selections.

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USDA USDA is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Foundational Arabica lineage; many modern varieties descend from Typica or Typica×Bourbon crosses. Also known as USDA Typica, USDA 762. Reference genetics: Selecciones Typica de colección USDA.

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Venecia Venecia is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Bourbon-line selection or mutation spread in Brazil and Central America; not Bourbon Island Bourbon itself. Also known as Caturra Venecia. Reference genetics: Bourbon-line selection or mutation spread in Latin America; not Bourbon Island Bourbon itself.

Villa Sarchí Villa Sarchí is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Bourbon-line selection or mutation spread in Brazil and Central America; not Bourbon Island Bourbon itself. Also known as Villa Sarchí, Villa Sarchi. Reference genetics: Dwarf Bourbon mutation selected in Costa Rica (Villa Sarchí).

Villalobos Villalobos is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Foundational Arabica lineage; many modern varieties descend from Typica or Typica×Bourbon crosses. Also known as Villa Lobos. Reference genetics: Foundational Arabica lineage; many modern varieties descend from Typica or Typica×Bourbon crosses.

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Wolisho Wolisho is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Ethiopian landrace or selection: huge genetic diversity; “heirloom” is not one single variety. Also known as Walichu, Wolisho heirloom. Reference genetics: Ethiopian landrace or selection: huge genetic diversity; “heirloom” is not one single variety.

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Xanh Lun Xanh Lun is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Coffea canephora (Robusta): a species distinct from Arabica, with more caffeine and greater heat/pest tolerance. Also known as Xanh lun. Reference genetics: Selección Coffea canephora (Vietnam).

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Yellow Bourbon Yellow Bourbon is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Bourbon lineage: historic Typica mutation fixed on Réunion; often sweeter and friendlier-bodied than classic Typica. Also known as Bourbon amarillo, Bourbon jaune, Yellow Bourbon. Reference genetics: Bourbon lineage: historic Typica mutation fixed on Réunion; often sweeter and friendlier-bodied than classic Typica.

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74110 74110 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Ethiopian landrace or selection: huge genetic diversity; “heirloom” is not one single variety. Also known as JARC 74110, Ethiopian 74110. Reference genetics: Selección landrace etíope (JARC).

74112 74112 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Ethiopian landrace or selection: huge genetic diversity; “heirloom” is not one single variety. Also known as JARC 74112, Ethiopian 74112. Reference genetics: Selección landrace etíope (JARC).

74140 74140 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Ethiopian landrace or selection: huge genetic diversity; “heirloom” is not one single variety. Also known as JARC 74140. Reference genetics: Selección landrace etíope (JARC).

74148 74148 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Ethiopian landrace or selection: huge genetic diversity; “heirloom” is not one single variety. Also known as JARC 74148. Reference genetics: Selección landrace etíope (JARC).

74158 74158 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Ethiopian landrace or selection: huge genetic diversity; “heirloom” is not one single variety. Also known as JARC 74158. Reference genetics: Selección landrace etíope (JARC).

74165 74165 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Ethiopian landrace or selection: huge genetic diversity; “heirloom” is not one single variety. Also known as JARC 74165. Reference genetics: Selección landrace etíope (JARC).

75227 75227 is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Ethiopian landrace or selection: huge genetic diversity; “heirloom” is not one single variety. Also known as JARC 75227. Reference genetics: Selección landrace etíope (JARC).

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