Solanum lycopersicum (Tomato) - Image 27

Botanical names: Solanum lycopersicum, Lycopersicon lycopersicum, Lycopersicon esculentum

Common name: Tomato

Family: Solanaceae

Origin: South America

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 3-11?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyYellow, orange flowersEdible plantIrritating plantSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
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Solanum lycopersicum (Tomato) yellow fruit close up hanging on a green branch for harvest
Solanum lycopersicum (Tomato) yellow fruit dangling from a fuzzy green stem after a light rain
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