In English, its common names include Cape gooseberry, goldenberry and Peruvian groundcherry. [2] [3] [4] [5] The history of Physalis peruviana cultivation in South America can be traced to the Inca Empire.

2020年7月14日 · Cape gooseberries —sometimes called "goldenberries"—are small fruits that are about the size of a grape, perfectly round and are opaque orange in color. They're part of the nightshade family, which also includes tomatoes, eggplants and tomatillos.

Cape gooseberry, (Physalis peruviana), species of ground cherry in the nightshade family (Solanaceae) and its edible fruit. The plant is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru and was widely grown in South Africa beginning in the 19th century, which is likely the source of its common name.

2011年6月4日 · Cape gooseberry is a fruit of the potato family basically, though resembles to small tomatoes in appearance. What is Cape Gooseberry? Scientific name of cape gooseberry is physallis Peruvian. Cape gooseberry is also commonly known golden berry, husk cherry, peruvian ground cherry, and also poha berry. Picture 2 – Cape gooseberry plant.

The cape gooseberry is an excellent source of vitamins and is a good source of energy, protein, and phosphorus. It is also rich in polyphenols and carotenoids. The cape gooseberry can be grown in almost any environment and is an easy plant to care for.

2021年6月16日 · With its jewel-like golden yellow skin and delicate, papery casing, the cape gooseberry is used as an exotic garnish for everything from salads to desserts. But if you thought the cape gooseberry was merely decorative, think again.

2016年3月8日 · What is the Cape Gooseberry? Understand this delicious, easy-to-grow South American golden fruit with many names, many benefits, and many uses.

2024年5月16日 · What Is a Cape Gooseberry? The cape gooseberry is the edible yellow-orange fruit of the Physalis peruviana plant. It is native to Brazil, Chile, and Peru and is currently cultivated in tropical and semi-tropical locations around the world on …