-In intervarietal hybridization, the cross between the plants belonging to two different varieties of the same species is made and is also called intraspecific crossbreeding. This technique has been the premise of improving autogamous or self-pollinated or cross-pollinated crops.

What is Intervarietal and Intervarietal hybridization?

Intervarietal hybridisation is a cross between the two varieties of the same species whereas interspecific hybridisation is a cross between the different species of the same genus.

What is Intervarietal hybridization in plants?

Intervarietal Hybridization:

The parents involved in hybridization belong to the same species; they may be two strains, varieties or races of the same species. It is also known as intraspecific hybridization. In crop improvement programmes, intervarietal hybridization is the most commonly used.