| Physalis longifolia | |
|---|---|
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| (unranked): | Angiosperms |
| (unranked): | Eudicots |
| (unranked): | Asterids |
| Order: | Solanales |
| Family: | Solanaceae |
| Genus: | Physalis |
| Species: | P. longifolia |
| Binomial name | |
| Physalis longifolia Nutt. |
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Physalis longifolia (common names: Common Groundcherry, Long-leaved Groundcherry) is a species of ground cherry. It is a small shrub native to central and eastern United States and in some parts of Canada.[1][2] It flowers from May to September. Its fruits resemble those of the tomatillo. The fruits must be cooked before they become edible. It is also grown as an ornamental plant.
In many areas it is considered a weed.[1]