Organic
Red Tamarillo
"Adding zing to your dishes, one fruit at a time"
Sweet and sour Red Tamarillo, a small vibrant red fruit often used in savory dishes, adds a burst of flavor to various cuisines.
Also known as
Tomate de Arbol, Tree Tomato, Red Tamarillo Fruit
Botanical name
Solanum betaceum
Product Details
PLU Code
94793
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Tamarillo › All Sizes
Origin
South America
Temperature
3 to 5°C (37 to 41°F)
Shelf Life
4-8 weeks
Status
Approved
About Red Tamarillo
Rich in vitamins and minerals, high water content, and packed with antioxidants
Nutrition Information
Red tamarillo is low in calories and rich in water content, containing about 92 percent water per 100 grams of fruit. It is an excellent source of essential vitamins and minerals, here are the nutrition facts per 100 grams of edible portion:
Energy 34 kilocalories
Protein 1.2 grams
Fat 0.2 grams
Carbohydrates 8.1 grams
Fiber 1.4 grams
Sugar 2.3 grams
Sodium 2.3 milligrams
Potassium 427 milligrams
Vitamin A 108 mcg
Vitamin C 19.6 milligrams
Vitamin E 1.7 milligrams
Vitamin K 10.4 mcg
Folate 5 micrograms
Manganese 0.3 milligrams
Keep in mind values may vary based on ripeness, variety, and growing conditions.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for tamarillo (tree tomato), red, dark-red and yellow types. Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
3 to 5°C (37 to 41°F)
Humidity
90-95%
Packaging
Breathable bags or mesh bags, avoid plastic bags to prevent moisture accumulation
Shelf Life
4-8 weeks
Storage Notes: Decay (bitter rot) is the main cause of loss and develops on stem and calyx if fruit are stored too warm, while storage too cold causes pitting and scald-like browning. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 573-574.
Applies to: tamarillo (tree tomato), red, dark-red and yellow types.
Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).
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4-digit codes: Conventional produce
93000-94999: Organic form of an assigned 3000-4999 code
83000 series: Future conventional assignments
84000 series: Corresponding future organic assignments
Prefix 8: Has no standalone GMO significance
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