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Tree Tomato, scientifically known as Cyphomandra betacea, is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to tropical regions of South America, including Argentina Northwest, Bolivia, Brazil North, Brazil South, Brazil Southeast, Brazil West-Central, Colombia, Ecuador, and Venezuela. Tree Tomato (Latin: Cyphomandra betacea, family Solanaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Tree Tomato is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Tree Tomato is a member of the Solanaceae family native to AGW, BOL, BZN, BZS, BZL, and BZC. Tree Tomato thrives in full sun and prefers moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Tree Tomato grows best in USDA zone 8-11, full sun light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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