What is Physalis?
Physalis is a genus of flowering plants originating in subtropical and mild areas of America. This genus has both ornamental and edible use depending on the species and is widely grown around the world. Plants in the genus Physalis are also known as ground cherries, gooseberries on Cape, Chinese Lantern and in the case of Physalis Philadelphica , Tomatillos. Many garden shops have PHYSALIS plants and starts, along with seeds. They are members of the Nightshade family, along with tomatoes and potatoes, and these plants resemble many ways. Physalis usually develops slightly hairy leaves, thick stems and fine yellow to orange flowers. When the fruit develops, it grows inside the skin and the color may vary: red, orange and yellow are all common shades for physalis fruit, along with more exotic shades such as purple.
Fruit of some species are edible, with acidic kick like tomatoes. Some have notes about tropical fruits such as pineapple, while others have a more earthy taste. PHYSALIS fruit can be eatenFrom the hand raw, sliced and thrown into salads used in salsas and sauces, cooked in chips, dried and cooked in canned and tiles. Some varieties are more famous, while others are very sweet. In particular, Tomatillos are very popular in Latin America and are rich in vitamin C, which makes them a great supplement to the diet.
Recommended growth zone for physalis varies depending on the species. Some need extremely warm weather, around the USDA 10 and 11 zones, while others can cope with a much colder climate. Decorative physalis will grow for many years, especially if the root balls are regularly divided and distributed to provide a lot of space for growth. Physalis, edible or not, can make a very color accessory to the garden in large beds or as planting borders.
People who want to grow physalis should be aware that this genus has a greatEven high water needs, especially when it develops fruit. It can be a good idea to mulch the Physalis plants to help them keep the water, but with the hose they will still require special attention. In a dry, drought susceptible climate, Physalis does not have to be a great choice of garden, as it will consume a lot of water resources and the plant can try to survive with a lot of water if the air is dry.