Tamarillo Fruit Plant ( Cyphomandra betacea) Plant Type:Seedling plant Similar in general appearance to

Similar in general appearance to the Kei Apple

Harvested from the wild for local use as food

Regular misting or the use of a humidity tray can help create an ideal microclimate

Potential benefits in managing blood sugar levels

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Tamarillo Fruit Plant ( Cyphomandra betacea) Plant Type:Seedling plant Similar in general appearance toCommon Names: Tree tomato, Blood fruit, Tomate de yuca, Tamamoro Botanical Name: Cyphomandra betacea General Information: Small tree or shrub in the flowering plant family Solanaceae, Best known for bearing the tamarillo, an egg shaped edible fruit. Native to the Andes of Ecuador, Colombia, Peru, Chile, Argentina, and Bolivia. A fast growing tree that reaches up to 5 meters. Peak production is reached after 4 years, Fruit is sweeter than a tomato,