Hartweg's cyphomandra,Calylophus

Cyphomandra hartwegii

Physical Characteristics

Cyphomandra hartwegii is an evergreen Tree growing to 2 m (6ft 7in) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9 and is frost tender. It is in leaf all year. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

Western S. America.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; South Wall. By. West Wall. By.

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Fruit Edible Uses: Fruit - raw or cooked[196]. Resembling a tomato in flavour and size, it is used as a tomato substitute in cooking[2].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

The unripe fruit is slightly toxic.