Physalis coztomatl
Physalis coztomatl Dunal
Physalis coztomatl, described by Dunal in 1849, is a species in the genus Physalis of the nightshade family, Solanaceae. It is native to several regions in Mexico, including Mexico Central, Mexico Gulf, Mexico Northeast, Mexico Southeast, and Mexico Southwest. The plant produces edible orange-yellow fruits and has oval-shaped leaves. It was historically used by the Aztecs for medicinal purposes.
Description
Physalis coztomatl is a plant species within the genus Physalis. It is known for its edible orange-yellow fruits and oval-shaped leaves. The species is native to various parts of Mexico and was used by the Aztecs for medicinal applications. It is notable for being the first species in the Physalis genus in which labdane diterpenes were identified. Despite its edible fruits, it is not commonly cultivated. The species was first described by Dunal in 1849.
Distribution
Global · Mexico Central · Mexico Gulf · Mexico Northeast · Mexico Southeast · Mexico Southwest
