Husk-Tomato
Physalis philadelphica Lam.
Physalis philadelphica, commonly known as Husk-Tomato, is a member of the Solanaceae family. It is a perennial plant that is typically cultivated as an annual. Native to Mexico, it was grown in the pre-Columbian era and is a staple in Mexican cuisine. The plant produces small, spherical fruits that are green or green-purple in color. These fruits are used both raw and cooked, particularly in dishes like salsa verde.
Description
Physalis philadelphica, also called Husk-Tomato, is part of the nightshade family, Solanaceae. It is a perennial species, though it is usually grown as an annual in agriculture. The plant is native to Mexico and has been cultivated there since pre-Columbian times. It produces small, round fruits that are typically green or green-purple. These fruits are used in a variety of culinary applications, especially in Mexican cuisine, where they are commonly used in both raw and cooked dishes, including salsa verde. The species was first described in 1786.
Other common names
Husk-TomatoLarge-Flower TomatilloLarge-Flowered TomatilloMexican GroundcherryTomatillo Ground-Cherry
Distribution
ZA · Belgium · Flemish Region · GB · PT · DK · KG · GR · Austria · Lithuania · Czech Republic · France · Spain · ZW · SE · Vermont-US · CZ · IN · LY · TR · CN · ZM · NO · Global · JP · CA · LT · conterminous 48 United States · Angola · Arizona
Synonyms
Physalis angulata var. philadelphicaPhysalis cavalerieiPhysalis laevigataPhysalis philadelphicaPhysalis pilosaPhysalis philadelphica subsp. philadelphicaPhysalis philadelphica var. minorPhysalis philadelphica var. philadelphicaPhysalis philadelphica f. pilosaPhysalis philadelphica f. philadelphica
