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Strawberry Tomato (Physalis pruinosa) is a perennial plant native to Central America and parts of Mexico, with some occurrence in Argentina and Venezuela. Strawberry Tomato (Latin: Physalis pruinosa) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Strawberry Tomato is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Strawberry Tomato is a member native to AGE, AGW, COS, ELS, and GUA. Strawberry Tomato (Physalis pruinosa) thrives in full to partial sun and prefers well-drained soil that is light, medium, or heavy.
Strawberry Tomato grows best in USDA zone 4-8, full sun, partial sun/shade light, dry, moist water, and annual, perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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