Bolsena Scatolone Tomato (Lycopersicon lycopersicon)

Bolsena Box Tomato (Lycopersicon lycopersicon): from the beautiful Tuscia region of northern Lazio, this heirloom tomato is at risk of extinction. This tomato's distinctive feature is its hollow fruits (berries), which gives it its name, meaning a "box" that needs to be filled. The flesh is seedless and particularly firm and flavorful, making it suitable for many recipes, from fresh to baked (traditionally stuffed). The plant is determinate and grows to a height of 1.5 meters, while the fruit reaches 20 cm. Due to limited commercial interest, this cultivar is becoming less common; grow it and save the seeds to protect it.