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Physalis pubescens var. hygrophila

Family: Solanaceae


What it is like

A herb. It grows each year from seed. The flowers are white with purple marks. The ripe fruit are yellow.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. In Argentina it grows between 100-1,000 m above sea level.

Countries/locations it is found in

Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, Peru, South America (country/location of origin)


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Muyaca

Synonyms