What is Goldenberry?
The Goldenberry (Physalis peruviana) is a shrub native to the highlands of Bolivia and the Amazon regions of Brazil. Goldenberry (Latin: Physalis peruviana) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
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The Goldenberry (Physalis peruviana) is a shrub native to the highlands of Bolivia and the Amazon regions of Brazil. Goldenberry (Latin: Physalis peruviana) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Goldenberry is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Goldenberry is a member native to BOL, BZN, and BZC. Goldenberry thrives in full sun to partial shade and requires moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Goldenberry grows best in USDA zone 6-12, 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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