Longleaf groundcherry
Physalis virginiana var. sonorae
Family: Solanaceae
What it is like
A herb.
There are about 75-100 Physalis species.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, India, North America, USA
How it is used for food
The fruit are eaten fresh or boiled. The fruit are also boiled and ground with onions, chili, and coriander seeds and eaten.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Physalis longifolia Nutt.;