Solanum peruvianum (Lycopersicon peruvianum)

Family: Solanaceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Lycopersicon peruvianum is a ANNUAL. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9 and is frost tender. It is in flower from June to September, and the seeds ripen from August to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

sweet tomato-like flavour. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; The fruit is green and hairy but has a sweet tomato-like flavour.; The fruit is about 7mm in diameter.

Habitat & North American Range

Western slopes of the Andes below 2900 metres. (Zone 8)