How should the title of a plant patent be formulated?

The title of a plant patent should relate to the entire plant and not to its flower or fruit. According to MPEP 1610:

“The title of the invention must relate to the entire plant and not to its flower or fruit, thus: Apple Tree, Rose Plant.”

This guidance ensures that the title accurately represents the subject matter of the plant patent, which is the whole plant rather than just a part of it. For example, use “Apple Tree” instead of “Apple” or “Rose Plant” instead of “Rose Flower.”

To learn more:

• Plant Patents
• Patent Title
• Patent Application
• Botanical Terminology