Ground Cherry

Physalis

Summary 4

Physalis (/ˈfaɪsəlɪs/, sometimes /faɪˈseɪlɪs/) is a genus of plants in the nightshade family (Solanaceae), native to warm temperate and subtropical regions of the world. All but one species are native to the New World, and most species occur in Mexico in particular. At least 46 species are endemic to the country. The genus is characterised by the small orange fruit similar in size, shape and structure to a small tomato, but partly or fully enclosed in...

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More Info

iNat Map

Use edible
Type herb
What parts fruit
Origin native
In scnp yes