Full List of Fruits Pomato Fruit
Pomato is a hybrid variety of potato and tomato. It is a small tomato-like fruit, with white flesh, edible either raw or cooked.
Pomato plant produces tomatoes on the top and potatoes underground.
How to Grow a Pomato Plant
- Choose Potato and Tomato plant with the same height.
- Place the two plants side by side so that the stems will touch easily.
- Gently remove a sliver of the stem from the potato plant by using thin sharp knife.
- Locate an area on the tomato stem that matches the height of the cut on the potato plant.
- Set the plants in an area out of direct sunlight.
- Watch the new growth on the top of the tomato.
- Allow the plant to grow until you again see vigorous growth on the tomato plant. This should take two or three weeks.
- Allow the plant to grow for two or three weeks to see vigorous growth on the tomato plant
- Remove the bottom portion of the tomato plant.
- Enclose the plant in a clear plastic bag to maintain moisture. After several days, remove the plastic.
- Once the plastic is removed, watch for signs of new growth. When the plant shows lush green leaves, remove the grafting tape. Now the Pomato plant was created successfully.
Nutritional Value of Pomato Plant
| Nutrition | Daily value % |
| Calories | 18 |
| Fat | 0.2 g |
| Carbohydrates | 3.9 g |
| Fiber | 1.2 g |
| Protein | 0.9 g |
| Vitamins and Minerals | 0% |
Propagation of Pomato Plant
Pomato plant (Solanum lycopersicum), propagation can be achieved through two main methods: stem cuttings and seed sowing.
Stem cuttings are the most common and effective way to propagate tomato plants. To start, first use a pair of sharp shears to cut a healthy stem from an existing tomato plant. Make sure to select a stem that is green, healthy, and at least 4-6 in long. If possible, try to select a stem with a few leaves at the top.
Once the stem is cut, strip the leaves from the lower half of the stem. Then, use a sharp knife to make a clean cut at the base of the stem. This will help to stimulate root growth.
Next, fill a small pot with a high-quality potting mix, and make a small hole in the center. Dip the cut end of the stem into a rooting hormone and then place the stem into the hole. Fill the pot with soil, making sure to evenly distribute the soil around the stem.
Water the soil until it is damp, but not saturated. Place the pot in a warm, sunny spot, and make sure to keep it moist. The stem should be ready to transplant in 6-8 weeks.
Seed sowing is another popular way to propagate tomato plants. Select a high-quality seed starting mix, and fill a pot with the mix. Make sure the pot has good drainage.
Next, place the seeds in the pot and cover them with a thin layer of soil. Water the soil until it is damp, but not saturated. Place the pot in a warm, sunny spot and make sure to keep it moist.
The seeds should sprout in 5-10 days. Once the seedlings have grown to about 2-4 inches tall, carefully transplant them into individual pots. Make sure to use a high-quality potting mix and provide plenty of sunlight and water.
The seedlings should be ready to transplant into the garden in 8-12 weeks.
Propagating tomato plants is a great way to increase your garden's yield. Both stem cuttings and seed sowing are relatively easy and straightforward processes. With a little patience and care, you can have a healthy and abundant tomato crop in no time.
