Solanum betaceum or the Tamarillo is a warm climate tree that bears ovoid shaped, reddish purple fruit.
It's a large shrub or small tree with an open and irregular, tree-like habit.
It has large, dark green leaves and small sprays of pink flowers precede the fruits and are borne throughout most of the year.
The fruits have a tangy flavour, they can be eaten directly from tree or used in jams.