WH 403
Jina
WH 403
Zao
Maize (Zea mays L.)
Mwaka wa Usajili
2007
Registrant / Applicant
Western Seed Co. Ltd
Production Altitude and Range
1000-1800
Maeneo Yanayo Faa
Iringa, Mbeya, Kilimanjaro, Arusha, Ruvuma, Manyara
Grain Yield
4.5 – 6.0
Distinctive Characters
Leaf orientation: recurved,Days to 50% tasseling:75-80 days, Glume anthocyanin colouration: strong, Days to 50% silking: 80-90 days, Silk anthocyanin colouration: pink, Seed or grain: dent-like, Plant height: 2.15-2.30 , Maturity 135 -150 days
Special Attributes
Tolerant to Maize Streak Virus, Leaf blight, and rust