Organic
Teardrop Cherry Tomato
"Bite-sized bursts of juicy sweetness"
A sweet and juicy cherry tomato variety, notable for its teardrop shape and vibrant red color, bursting with flavor and perfect for snacking, salads, and adding a pop of color to various dishes.
Also known as
Pear Tomato, Red Cherry Tomato, Teardrop Tomato
Botanical name
Solanum lycopersicum
Product Details
PLU Code
94803
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Tomatoes › All Sizes
Origin
Originating from the Mediterranean region, Teardrop cherry tomatoes are now cultivated in various parts of the world, ideal for temperate climates with mild winters and warm summers.
Temperature
13-21°C for mature-green fruit; 10°C for ripe fruit
Shelf Life
Not established
Status
Approved
About Teardrop Cherry Tomato
Teardrop cherry tomatoes are typically small in size, measuring around 1-2 cm in diameter, with an exceptionally sweet and tender skin.
Nutrition Information
Per 100 grams of Teardrop Cherry Tomato, here are the approximate nutrition facts:
Energy 74 kilojoules
Protein 0.9 grams
Fat 0.2 grams
Carbohydrates 9.2 grams
Fiber 1.2 grams
Sugar 2.6 grams
Sodium 5 milligrams
Potassium 237 milligrams
Vitamin A 183 micrograms
Vitamin C 28.2 milligrams
Calcium 10 milligrams
Iron 0.5 milligrams
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for whole tomatoes; temperature depends on actual maturity, not variety colour. Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
13-21°C for mature-green fruit; 10°C for ripe fruit
Humidity
90-95%
Packaging
Ventilated containers or breathable bags to maintain humidity and prevent moisture accumulation
Storage Notes: Mature-green tomatoes need warmer conditions to ripen. Ripe fruit can be held at 10°C without visible chilling injury, but flavour and aroma can be reduced.
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 581-587.
Applies to: whole tomatoes; temperature depends on actual maturity, not variety colour.
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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