Pentland Javelin
First-early UK variety. Smooth white skin, holds shape when boiled.
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About this variety
First-early UK variety. Smooth white skin, holds shape when boiled.
Pentland Javelin is classified as a western europe variety released in 1968, primarily used for boiling / salad. For agronomic specs, breeder details, and trial data not yet captured here, refer to the source registries linked at the bottom of this page.
Frequently asked questions about Pentland Javelin
What is Pentland Javelin potato?+
Pentland Javelin is a western europe potato variety released in 1968 originating from United Kingdom / SCRI. First-early UK variety. Smooth white skin, holds shape when boiled.
What is Pentland Javelin potato best used for?+
Pentland Javelin is best suited to boiling / salad. First-early UK variety. Smooth white skin, holds shape when boiled.
When was Pentland Javelin released?+
Pentland Javelin was released in 1968. The variety is classified as western europe (Heritage).
Where is Pentland Javelin grown?+
Pentland Javelin is most commonly grown in Western Europe, with original release from United Kingdom / SCRI. Cross-reference our country profiles for production data.
Variety profiles aggregate data from CIP Lima genebank, ICAR-CPRI variety catalogue, EU Common Catalogue, USDA PVPO, AHDB Potato Variety Database, NIAB, NAK Netherlands, the Potato Pedigree Database, national breeding programmes (CAAS, EARO, BARI, INTA, EMBRAPA, INIFAP, IHAR-PIB, VNIIKKH), and peer-reviewed literature in Potato Research and the American Journal of Potato Research.
Updated May 2026 · Reviewed by Potatopedia editorial team.