Tomatillo Queen of Malinalco seeds (Phylasis ixocarpa)
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Tomatillo Queen of Malinalco seeds (Phylasis ixocarpa)
Price for Package of 10 seeds.
An old and very rare variety from the town of Malinalco in southwestern Mexico. The tomatillo is also known as Mexican husk tomato. It is not a tomato like a name suggests, but it is closely related to the pineapple cherry. Like other Tomatillos
Tomatillo Queen of Malinalco seeds (Phylasis ixocarpa)
Price for Package of 10 seeds.
An old and very rare variety from the town of Malinalco in southwestern Mexico. The tomatillo is also known as Mexican husk tomato. It is not a tomato like a name suggests, but it is closely related to the pineapple cherry. Like other Tomatillos, the plant has a bushy habit and height of 180 - 200 cm.
The fruits of the tomatillo are surrounded by a thin Chinese lantern-shaped membrane. This membrane starts out green and turns brown, almost transparent when the fruits are ripe. These fruits ripen from green to light yellow. This tomatillo is larger and sweeter than other tomatillo varieties.
The taste is an exotic combination of sweet and sour. The shape of this Queen of Malinalco is round and elongated to tapered. The flesh is nice and sweet and juicy. Tomatillos can be used in salads, salsas, and exotic fruit desserts and are also made into compotes.
Furthermore, chili sauce (Salsa Verde) is made with tomatillos and chilies. Give this plant firm support. Harvesting is possible from August when the lantern becomes translucent and the berry turns yellow. Ripe fruits fall off the plant regularly. Nonhardy annual.
Sowing in March, transplanting from April at stable temperatures. Ready in a little over two months after transplantation, they are large in size. In particular, this variety is among the sweetest of the species, with an exceptional citrus aftertaste.
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Handpicked seeds ?
Handpicked seeds
HEIRLOOM ?
Yes
Organic Seeds ?
Organic Seeds
Organic/natural ?
Organic/Natural: Yes
Edible ?
Edible
Pretreatment of sowing ?
Soak in water before sowing: 1-6 h
Sowing depth ?
Sowing depth 3 mm
Life Cycle:
Annual Plant: Yes
Plant is suitable for growing ?
The plant is suitable for growing in a greenhouse
The plant is suitable for growing on a balcony-terrace
The plant is suitable for outdoors cultivation
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<div>Grewia flava is a hardy shrub or small tree, 2–4 m tall. The grey bark on the young branches, which is usually covered with thick-growing but quite short hairs, tends to turn dark grey and becomes smooth the older the tree gets; this is also noticeable on the stems. The greyish-green leaves are alternately arranged and are covered in fine hairs and it appears to be a lighter shade of green on the underside of the leaves. The apex (tip of the leaves) is rounded, whereas the margin is serrated. Three conspicuous veins from the leaf base are characteristic of this tree; a 2 mm long leaf stalk is also very noticeable.</div>
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<div>The flowers appear in branched heads from early summer until mid-autumn (October to March) and are about 10–15 mm in diameter.</div>
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<div>The 2-lobed fruit is ± 8 mm in diameter, green, turning reddish-brown when ripe. The sapwood appears to be light and the hardwood is brown, with a fine texture.</div>
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<div>The leaves and fruits are enjoyed by domestic stock, as well as wild animals such as Kudu and Giraffe and a large variety of birds.</div>
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<h3><strong>Uses</strong></h3>
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<h3><strong>Growing Grewia flava</strong></h3>
<div>This plant will grow best in well-drained soil and in a full sun position. It is quite safe to be planted near paved areas in the domestic garden, seeing that it does not have an aggressive root system. Because of the abundance of flowers, it can be successfully used as a focal point in the garden.</div>
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<div>The plant is quite hardy and can withstand frost. Over-watering should be avoided when the plant is established.</div>
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<div>The best propagation method is by seeds. Select fresh seeds, clean them and dry them in a well-ventilated shady area. Soak the seeds in water for at least 24 hours, the initial water must be hot water. Sow the seeds in seedling trays and cover it about 5 mm deep; use only river sand as the growth medium. Place the trays in a warm sheltered area. Do not let the growing medium dry out. A constant moisture level needs to be maintained for successful germination. The germination of the seeds is usually inconsistent, a success rate of about 50–70 % has been observed. Seedlings can be planted out into containers when they reach the 2-leaf stage.</div>