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The Cutleaf Ground Cherry (Physalis angulata), an annual forb or herb from the Solanaceae family, is native to a wide range of regions including Alabama, Argentina, Arizona, and various Caribbean islands. Cutleaf Ground Cherry (Latin: Physalis angulata, family Solonaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Cutleaf Ground 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.
Cutleaf Ground Cherry is a member of the Solonaceae family native to ALA, AGE, AGW, ARI, ARU, and BAH. The Cutleaf Ground Cherry thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist soil that is light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Cutleaf Ground Cherry grows best in full sun, partial sun/shade light, moist water, and annual life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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