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Beneventano Pizzutello Tomato Seeds

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[Solanum lycopersicum] Beneventano pizzutello tomato seeds, pointed elongated fruit, traditional Sannio variety.

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Beneventano Pizzutello Tomato

Beneventano pizzutello tomato is a traditional Campanian variety with pointed, elongated fruit, grown for generations in the Sannio hinterland for its rusticity and intense flavour.

The Beneventano Pizzutello Plant

It belongs to the species Solanum lycopersicum, family Solanaceae. A medium-sized indeterminate plant, traditionally grown in Benevento vegetable gardens.

How to Sow Beneventano Pizzutello

Sow in a heated seedbed between February and March; transplant outdoors from April, with light staking.

How to Grow Beneventano Pizzutello

Traditional hillside cultivation, with moderate watering and organic fertilising following local farming practice.

Tips for Beneventano Pizzutello

The elongated, pointed fruit weighs about 60-80 g, with firm deep red skin and very few seeds.

Diseases and Pests of Beneventano Pizzutello

A rustic variety suited to the inland hill climate, still worth protecting from downy mildew in humid seasons.

Uses and Curiosities of Beneventano Pizzutello

Perfect for sauces and preserves thanks to its compact flesh, following the farming tradition of the Benevento area.

Properties of Beneventano Pizzutello

Rich in lycopene and vitamin C, Beneventano pizzutello tomato has antioxidant properties and a concentrated, flavourful taste.

Nutritional Values of Beneventano Pizzutello

  • Calories: about 19 kcal
  • Protein: 0.9 g
  • Carbohydrates: 4.0 g
  • Fat: 0.2 g
  • Fibre: 1.3 g