landrace

/ˈlændreɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

A local variety of domesticated plant or animal that has developed over time without deliberate selection for specific characteristics.

“The farmer specialized in cultivating unique landraces of wheat that were well-suited to the local climate.”

Synonyms

  • heirloom variety
  • traditional variety

Antonyms

  • cultivar
  • hybrid