Physalis pubescens (Physalis obscura)

Family: Solanaceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Physalis obscura is a ANNUAL growing to 1 m (3ft 3in). It is frost tender. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Edible fruit - raw or cooked. The plant conveniently wraps up each fruit in its own 'paper bag' (botanically, the calyx) to protect it from pests and the elements. This calyx is toxic and should not be eaten. — Edible fruit - raw or cooked.; The plant conveniently wraps up each fruit in its own 'paper bag' (botanically, the calyx) to protect it from pests and the elements.; This calyx is toxic and should not be eaten.

Habitat & North American Range

Sandy soils. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)