Tomato
A species of Nightshades, Also known as Garden tomato, Tomato plant Botanical name : Solanum lycopersicum Genus : Nightshades
Tomato, A species of Nightshades
Also known as:
Garden tomato, Tomato plant
Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum
Genus: Nightshades
Description
Solanum lycopersicum is an annual or perennial herbaceous vine native to Central and South America that produces a large, juicy, edible fruit known as tomato. Today there are over 10000 cultivated varieties. Although tomato is the world’s most popular vegetable, botanically it is a fruit.
Flower Size
2 - 2.5 cm
Habitat
Yards, gardens, farms
Flower Color
Yellow
Leaf Color
Green
Toxic
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General Info
Name story
Tomato
Tomato comes from the Spanish word “tomate” which means “turgid fruit”. This word is included in part of a popular saying regarding its difference in pronunciation between American English and British English. When presented with two choices that are very similar, you might say “təˈmeɪtoʊ, təˈmɑːtoʊ", which means, just as the two pronunciation choices for the word tomato have the same meaning, the two choices are only slightly different, and so it makes no difference really which of the two you choose. 
Symbolism
Truth, Silence, good luck, fertility, passion, a calm and gentle woman
Usages
Garden Use
The common tomato can be found in vegetable gardens across the world. Able to be grown in almost any space, the tomato is considered a staple in home food gardens and is usually the one of the first plants suggested to new vegetable gardeners, though it can be a bit tricky. Basil, parsley, and garlic are suggested companion plants.
Care Guide for Tomato
Water
The tomato should be watered very often in the active growing season during the late spring and summer months. Depending on how much sunlight and heat they receive, it is advisible to water these plants at most daily or at least twice weekly. The soil should be kept consistently moist without becoming wet or soggy.
Fertilization
Fertilization once every 2-3 months during the growing season.
Pruning
Trim the dead, diseased, overgrown branches in winter.
Propagation
Sowing
Potting Suggestions
Needs excellent drainage in pots
Scientific Classification
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