Solanaceae · Physalis

Physalis micrantha

Herb
Habit
Herb
Flowering
August-December

Plant Details

Scientific name
Physalis micrantha
Genus
Physalis
Habit
Herb
Flowering & fruiting
August-December
Conservation status
Not Evaluated (NE)

Leaf characters

Arrangement
Alternate
Simple type leaf character
Type
Simple
Entire margin leaf character
Margin
Entire
Pinnate venation leaf character
Venation
Pinnate

Typical of the Solanaceae family — a field-mark hint, not measured for this exact species.

Flower & fruit characters

Flower symmetry
Radial
Inflorescence
Cyme
Fruit
Berry

Typical of the Solanaceae family — flowering plants only; individual species can differ.

About Physalis micrantha

Physalis micrantha is a herb belonging to the Solanaceae family (Nightshade/Tomato family). Members of this family are generally characterised by alternate simple leaves, cymose (extra-axillary) flower clusters, berry/capsule fruit. Flowering and fruiting are typically seen during August-December.

Illustration representing the Solanaceae family
Botanical family

Solanaceae

Nightshade/Tomato family

Physalis micrantha belongs to the Solanaceae family.

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