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Physalis sulphurea

(Fernald) Waterf.

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Description

A tropical herb in the Solanaceae family.

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Edible Uses

The fruit is edible.

Distribution

It is a tropical plant.

Where It Grows

Mexico, North America,

Synonyms

Margaranthus sulphureus Fernald.

References (2)

  • Diaz-Betancourt, M., et al, 1999, Weeds as a future source for human consumption. Rev. Biol. Trop. 47(3):329-338 (As Margaranthus sulphureus)
  • Samuels, J., 2015, Biodiversity of Food Species of the Solonaceae Family: A Preliminary Taxonomic Inventory of Subfamily Solanoideae. Resources 2015, 4. 277-322

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