The plants are indeterminate and feature distinctive "potato leaves".
It is exceptionally fast, often maturing in 55 to 58 days from transplanting. matina old mature
Despite its small size, it is praised for a complex flavor profile similar to large beefsteaks, often described as sweet, juicy, and sometimes smoky. Matina Cacao The plants are indeterminate and feature distinctive "potato
Literature on "old mature" plantations notes that they require significant phosphorus application to maintain high fruit production levels. Matina Cacao Literature on "old mature" plantations notes
It bears clusters of red, uniformly round fruits weighing between 2 to 4 oz .
The tomato is a popular German heirloom variety . It is often described as an "early-maturing" or "earliest" variety, as it typically reaches maturity and produces ripe fruit significantly sooner than larger beefsteak types.
In the context of permanent crops, refers to a traditional cacao variety common in Costa Rica and Mexico.