— Short, snippet-friendly answers to the most-asked questions about Physalis greenei (Physalis greenei). For the full profile with citations, open the main page.
Physalis greenei, a member of the Solanaceae family and commonly known as the New Mexico groundcherry, is an annual subshrub or herb that thrives in the arid regions of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. Physalis greenei (Latin: Physalis greenei, family Solanaceae) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Physalis greenei is most often used to support digestion. Each claim is rated by evidence strength — see the full profile for citations.
Physalis greenei is generally considered safe when used at traditional doses. Always consult a clinician before using any herbal preparation — especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, while on medication, or for children.
Physalis greenei is a member of the Solanaceae family native to ARI, CAL, MXE, MXN, and MXS. Physalis greenei thrives in full sun and prefers a variety of soil types—light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Physalis greenei grows best in full sun light, dry, moist water, and annual life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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