Hortícolas de FrutoBeginner to Intermediate
Tomate
Solanum lycopersicum
Nome Científico
Solanum lycopersicum
Família
Solanaceae
Origem
Western South America
Tipo
Annual (perennial in tropics)
60-85 days
Usos Culinários
Sabor: Sweet-acidic, umami-rich
- Fresh in salads
- Sauces and passata
- Sun-dried tomatoes
- Portuguese 'Tomate à Alentejana'
- Gazpacho and soups
Calendário de Plantação
Semear em Interior
FebruaryMarch
Semear ao Ar Livre
Not recommended
Colheita
JulyAugustSeptemberOctober
Benefícios para a Saúde
- Rich in lycopene, especially when cooked
- High in vitamin C and potassium
- May reduce risk of heart disease
- Contains antioxidants for skin health
- Good source of vitamin K for bone health