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The Southwestern groundcherry (Physalis caudella) is a perennial forb or herb native to the arid and semi-arid regions of Arizona, Mexico Northeast, Northwest, and Southwest, and New Mexico. Southwestern groundcherry (Latin: Physalis caudella) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Southwestern groundcherry is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Southwestern groundcherry is a member native to ARI, MXE, MXN, MXS, and NWM. Southwestern groundcherry thrives in full sun and requires moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Southwestern groundcherry grows best in full sun light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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