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cutleaf groundcherry

Physalis angulata

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae β€ΊPhylum: Tracheophyta β€ΊClass: Magnoliopsida β€ΊOrder: Solanales β€ΊFamily: Solanaceae β€ΊGenus: Physalis

About

Physalis angulata is an erect, herbaceous, annual plant belonging to the nightshade family Solanaceae. It reproduces by seed. Its leaves are dark green and roughly oval, often with tooth shapes around the edge. The flowers are five-sided and pale yellow; the yellow-orange fruits are born inside a balloon-like calyx. It is native to the Americas, but is now widely distributed and naturalized in tropical and subtropical regions worldwide.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of cutleaf groundcherry?
The scientific name of cutleaf groundcherry is Physalis angulata.
What is the conservation status of cutleaf groundcherry?
The cutleaf groundcherry has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does cutleaf groundcherry belong to?
cutleaf groundcherry belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does cutleaf groundcherry belong to?
cutleaf groundcherry belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does cutleaf groundcherry belong to?
cutleaf groundcherry belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does cutleaf groundcherry belong to?
cutleaf groundcherry belongs to the order Solanales.
What family does cutleaf groundcherry belong to?
cutleaf groundcherry belongs to the family Solanaceae.
What genus does cutleaf groundcherry belong to?
cutleaf groundcherry belongs to the genus Physalis.