Lycopersicon esculentum Mill. cv. White Beefsteak (Solanaceae)

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Antioxidant-rich food, prevent cardiovascular disease and atherosclerosis, lowering cholesterol, support bone health, lower risk of cancer.

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Botanical description and occurrence:

Tomato ‘White Beefsteak’ is cultivated as an annual plant in temperate climates. An indeterminate late cultivar, requires stacking and pruning, plant height is up to 2 m, fruits are ready for harvest after 80-85 days from transplanting. ‘White Beefsteak‘ has a creamy fruits that can weigh more than 500 grams. This cultivar is typically considered the largest and finest of the white tomato cultivars. Fruits are very mild and have a wonderful sweet flavor. ‘White Beefsteak‘ is an open-pollinated heirloom cultivar.

Why to have the plant in your garden:

Unusual, creamy-white fruits, very tasty, excellent multi-purpose slicer.

Links to scientific articles (if it is possible):

Ianotti M., 2011. The Beginner’s Guide to Growing Heirloom Vegetables: The 100 Easiest-to-Grow, Tastiest Vegetables for Your Garden. Timber Press, London, UK.

Jones J.B. Jr., 2007. Tomato Plant Culture: In the Field, Greenhouse, and Home Garden. CRC Press, FL, USA.

Male C.J., 1999. 100 Heirloom Tomatoes for the American Garden. Workman Publishing, New York, USA.