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Tamarillo, Jambolan, Java Plum, Tree Tomato Cyphomandra betacea

With a slight resemblance to the tomato this fruit originated in Peru.  The larger fruits of 5 inches of so, fruits are more oval and have a thin tough, purplish-red skin.  The flesh of the Tamarillo is shaded from orange to red to yellow.  The small black seeds are arranged in rows like in a tomato. When ripe the flesh is fairly soft to the touch and will keep under refrigeration for about a week

When eaten raw the fruit is cut open and the flesh is scooped out as the skin is very tough and should not be eaten.  Tamarillo's are used in salads and compliment the flavor of grilled meats and roasts.

Tamarillo is exported in quantity from New Zealand and is grown in the United States, India and Sri Lanka.

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