Tuesday, May 5, 2009

What is the Cherry Tomato's name origin?

Is it simply because of it's visual resemblance to the simple cherry, or is there a more detailed mystery behind it? As here (Israel) it is pronounced "Sherry", sounding as in French. Therefore it makes the bunch here wonder about it's actual correct pronunciation, so I decided to ask possible experts :)

What is the Cherry Tomato's name origin?
I think due to its appearance
Reply:i think it is really called the cherry tomato.


They do look like cherries.


But they don't taste like it.


But tomatoes are fruits, so being called a "cherry" tomato makes sense.
Reply:it is CHERRY tomato and it's name is Solanum lycopersicum cerasiforme. Cherry in french is ceris. Sherry is a drink. Hope this helps

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