BRS F63 (Camila) is a potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) cultivar developed by Embrapa in Brazil for the fresh market. It was released in 2015 and selected for its high yield, attractive tubers, good culinary quality, and strong resistance to Potato Virus Y (PVY).
Agronomic Characteristics
- Growth habit: Vigorous plants with good canopy development
- Production cycle: Medium
- Yield potential: High, with a high proportion of marketable tubers
- Adaptability: Well adapted to southern Brazil and cooler growing seasons in other regions
- Post-harvest behavior: Moderate resistance to greening and good shelf life
Tuber Characteristics
- Shape: Oval
- Skin color: Yellow, smooth
- Eyes: Shallow
- Flesh color: Light yellow
- Uniformity: High, suitable for wholesale and retail markets
Culinary and Quality Traits
- Dry matter content: Medium
- Cooking quality: Firm texture after cooking, suitable for boiling, salads, and general culinary use
- Flavor: Mild and characteristic
- Market appeal: Excellent appearance and good storage performance
Disease Resistance
- Potato Virus Y (PVY): Resistant
- Physiological disorders: Good tolerance, contributing to stable commercial quality
