Scientific Name: Lycopersicon esculentum Order / Family: Solanales: Solanaceae Local Names: Nyanya (Swahili) 1. Geographical Distribution in Africa 2. General Information and Agronomic Aspects Tomatoes are native to South and Central America, and are now cultivated widely throughout the world. Tomatoes are one of the most widely cultivated vegetable crops in Africa. They are grown for home consumption in […]