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