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Winter Cherry, scientifically known as Physalis alkekengi, is a perennial plant native to regions including Argentina Northwest, Bolivia, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico Central, Mexico Gulf, Mexico Northeast, Mexico Northwest, Mexico… Winter Cherry (Latin: Physalis alkekengi) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Winter Cherry is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Winter Cherry is a member native to ALB, ASS, AUT, BLR, BO, and BUL. Winter Cherry thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist, well-draining soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Winter Cherry grows best in USDA zone 6-9, full sun, partial sun/shade light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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