Tamarillo Tree Tomato Seeds (Solanum betaceum) Fast Growing Exotic Fruit Tree

Tamarillo Tree Tomato Seeds (Cyphomandra betacea)

The Solanum betaceum, commonly known as Tamarillo or Tree Tomato, is a fast-growing tropical fruiting tree prized for its colorful egg-shaped fruit, fragrant flowers, and heavy annual production. Native to South America, this unique semi-woody tree is widely cultivated in subtropical and tropical climates for both ornamental beauty and edible fruit production.

Known for its attractive clusters of smooth oval fruits resembling small tomatoes or plums, Tamarillo produces sweet-tart fruit often used in juices, sauces, desserts, jams, and fresh eating. Mature trees can yield exceptionally heavy harvests, with healthy plants capable of producing over 60 pounds of fruit annually under ideal growing conditions.

In early spring, the tree develops fragrant pink to pale lavender flowers that later mature into vibrant red, orange, or purple fruit depending on the variety. Its lush tropical foliage and rapid growth make it both a productive edible plant and an attractive ornamental landscape specimen.

Tamarillo typically grows as a small tree or large shrub reaching 10–18 feet tall, though container-grown plants remain more compact and manageable for patios or greenhouse cultivation.

🌱 Growing & Care Information

Light: Full sun to partial shade in very hot climates
Soil: Rich, well-draining soil preferred
Water: Moderate to high moisture needs
Growth: Fast-growing tropical fruit tree
Climate: Warm subtropical and tropical climates

Tree Tomato performs best in warm temperatures above 50°F and benefits from protection against strong winds due to its shallow root system. In colder regions, it grows very well in containers that can be moved indoors during winter.

🌿 Why Grow Tamarillo Tree Tomato?

• Produces heavy crops of colorful edible fruit
• Fast-growing tropical fruiting tree
• Fragrant spring flowers and lush foliage
• Excellent container or greenhouse plant
• Unique sweet-tart flavor for culinary use
• Attractive ornamental edible landscape tree
• Productive and easy to grow in warm climates
• Rare exotic fruit species for collectors and gardeners

USDA Hardiness Zones: 10–12 (or container grown indoors in colder climates)

Tamarillo Germination:

1) Spread the seeds on two layers of moistened paper towels covered with plastic to keep high humidity. 

2) Use a heated propagator to keep the temperature at no less than 70 degrees F.

3) Sprouts should emerge within 7-14 days.

4) Wait until tiny fuzzy root hair appear on the tap roots. When the tap roots are around an inch long, and have a 90 degree bend, this is the time to transplant into seed starting mix, keeping the temperatures above 70 F.

5) Keep moist, and well drained in the seed starting mix.

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Germinación del tamarillo:

1) Distribuya las semillas en dos capas de toallas de papel humedecidas cubiertas con plástico para mantener una alta humedad.

2) Use un propagador calentado para mantener la temperatura a no menos de 70 grados F.

3) Los brotes deberían emerger dentro de 7 a 14 días.

4) Espere hasta que aparezcan pequeños pelos difusos en las raíces pivotantes. Cuando las raíces pivotantes midan alrededor de una pulgada de largo y tengan una curva de 90 grados, será el momento de trasplantarlas a una mezcla para sembrar semillas, manteniendo la temperatura por encima de los 70 F.

5) Mantenga la mezcla para sembrar semillas húmeda y bien drenada.

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