Botanical Name: Common Names:
Solanum betaceum Tamarillo, Tree Tomato,
Native: Foliage Type:
No Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Citrus & Fruit, Palms, Ferns & Tropical, Shrubs, Trees Shrub Like
Description:
Small evergreen tree or shrub with dark-green leaves and pink star-like flowers are followed by edible round red fruit commonly know as Tamarillo. Fruit flesh is orange-coloured and tangy. Great for eating fresh or using to make chutney or jam. Grows approx. 3m H x 2m W.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
2-4m 2-4m
Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun Loam, Well Drained