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Jaltomata procumbens

Also Known As

  • Creeping False Holly

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 1'-4'
  • W: 4'

planting zones

Jaltomata procumbens plant details

Jaltomata procumbens is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. and black fruit. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Jaltomata procumbens

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: solanaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 FT wide, 1 FT - 4 FT - tall
Uses: compact, container plant, rare

GROWING CONDITIONS for Jaltomata procumbens

USDA Zones:
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Really rare but easy to grow Solanaceae (tomato) family member & native of Mexico, Central America & Arizona produces shiny black blueberry sized edible fruits. Said to taste like a sweet & spicy cross between a tomato & a grape, it can be eaten raw or made in to a delicious jam. It's probably not frost hardy, but word is it may be a short lived perennial in frost free areas. Let us know! Growing to 4'tall & 3' wide, staking or support is recommended. Self pollinates. All parts of the plant except for the ripe berries are toxic.

Gardening facts about Jaltomata procumbens plant

How to Grow Jaltomata procumbens

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Fruit

    • black
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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