Tamarillo - Arboreal paradižnik

Tamarillo, also known as tree paradižnik, is exotic fruit from South America, which impresses with its unique taste and attractive appearance. The plant belongs to the family nightshades (Solanaceae), is related paradižniku, potatoes and eggplant. Her oval fruits They have a rich flavor and are a real treat for lovers of exotic vegetables.

The fruits have slightly sweet and sour taste, which is reminiscent of a combination of paradižnika, passion fruit and berries. The peel is slightly bitter, so it is usually eaten raw. only the soft core with small edible seeds.

Tamarillo is versatile:

• fresh, halved and served with a spoon

• smoothies, fruit salads and desserts

• jams, sauces, salsas

• as an addition to meat dishes and cheese plates

   

Tamarillo is fast-growing subtropical tree, which in warm places grows to 4 meters high. In our climate it is often grown in pots, as it does not tolerate cold. It overwinters at temperatures above 5 °C, usually indoors.

The plant begins to bear fruit end of the first year or in the second year, if the conditions are right.