Detail
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Cyphomandra betacea
Tamarillo,Tree Tomato
Notes

Large shrub from South America produces rich red fruit either eaten directly from the tree or used in salads or jams. These fruit also give the plant added interest to any garden. Must have full sun and be protected from frost.

  • Height 4-5m
  • Spread 3-4m
  • Position
    • position-fullsun Full Sun
  • Family Solanaceae
  • Botanical Name Cyphomandra betacea
  • Common Name Tamarillo,Tree Tomato
  • Origin South America
  • Habit Erect,Spreading
  • Landscape Plains, Footslopes, Hills
  • pH Acidic, Alkaline, Neutral
  • Supplementary Watering Moderate
  • Flower Colour Pink
  • Flowering Time Summer
  • Foliage Green
  • Flower Type Star
  • Purpose Ornamental, Food/Fruit
  • Evergreen/Deciduous Evergreen
  • Form Large Shrub (Usually exceeds 3.6m)