Indian Bush Tomato Plant

Solanum centrale, or Indian Bush Tomato, is a hardy shrub growing 1-2m, prefers well-drained loamy soil, full sun, and produces edible fruits with medicinal uses. 

Habit

Shrub

Height

0.5 to 1.5 m

Growth

Medium

Soil

Well-drained, sandy soil

Shade

Full

Moisture

Moderate

Edible

Yes

Medicinal

Yes

Origin

Australia

Climatic Condition

Tropical, Subtropical

Temperature (°)

20°C to 30°C

Humidity (%)

50% to 60%

Potting media

50% Loam, 40% Sand, 10% Compost

Fertilizers

Organic Fertilizer

Watering

Minimal watering

Plant Weight 

0.5 to 1.0 kg

Flowering Time

Spring to Summer

Soil Ph level

6.0 to 7.5

Water Ph level

6.0 to 7.0

Soil EC

0.5 to 1.0 mS/cm

Yield Per Plant 

2 to 3 kg per plant

NPK ratio 

10:10:10

life Span

5 to 10 years

Health Benefits

Antioxidant, Medicinal

Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

50% loam, 25% compost, 25% sand

Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Fertilize every 2-3 months with balanced fertilizer.

Common Diseases and Remedies

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Common Diseases

Bacterial Wilt, Early Blight, Late Blight, Aphids, Root Rot.

Symptoms

Sudden wilting, stem discoloration, Dark, sunken spots on leaves, Brown, water-soaked lesions on leaves, Curling, Yellowing. 

Organic Remedies

Crop rotation, remove infected plants, Neem oil, prune infected parts, Remove infected plants, Insecticidal soap, Improve drainage, reduce watering. 

In-Organic Remedies

Copper-based bactericides, Chlorothalonil-based fungicides, Fungicides with mancozeb, Imidacloprid-based insecticides, Fungicides containing metalaxyl.