Physalis walteri
Walter's Groundcherry
Also known as: Physalis elliottii Kuntze +4 more
- Physalis elliottii Kuntze
- Physalis maritima M.A.Curtis
- Physalis viscosa f. latifolia Waterf.
- Physalis viscosa subsp. maritima (M.A.Curtis) Waterf.
- Physalis viscosa var. maritima (M.A.Curtis) Rydb.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Solanaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Naturally occurring in North America, Physalis walteri (commonly known as Walter's groundcherry) is a herbaceous perennial belonging to the Solanaceae family. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with subtropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Mexico, Southeastern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mexico Northeast, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia