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Galapagos Island Wild Tomato

Lycopersicongalapagense

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Family

Solanaceae (so-lan-AY-see-ee)

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Genus

Lycopersicon (ly-koh-PER-see-kon)

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Synonym

Lycopersicon cheesmaniae var. minor

Lycopersicon esculentum var. minor

Height

Unknown - Tell us

Spacing

24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

36-48 in. (90-120 cm)

4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)

6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)

8-10 ft. (2.4-3 m)

Sun Exposure

Unknown - Tell us

Danger

Not Applicable

Other Details

Seed Collecting

Full Sun

Sun to Partial Shade

Fruit Shape

Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested

Fruit Size

Bright Yellow

Fruit Colors

Late Spring/Early Summer

Mid Summer

Late Summer/Early Fall

Growing Habit

Herbaceous

Shiny/Glossy

Days to Maturity

Unknown - Tell us

Seed Type

From seed; sow indoors before last frost

Usage

Unknown - Tell us

Disease Resistance

Unblemished fruit must be significantly overripe before harvesting seed; clean and dry seeds

Leaf Type

Currant

Foliage Color

Small (grape/cherry varieties)

Bloom Characteristics

Orange

Water Requirements

Annuals

Edible Fruits and Nuts

Vegetables

Herbs

Tropicals and Tender Perennials

Where to Grow

Unknown - Tell us

Regional

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