Physalis alkekengi growing herbaceous of the genus Physalis also known as Chinese lantern, Physalis alkekengi perennial evergreen plant or annual also used as ornamental plant, can grow in temperate, mediterranean or subtropical climate and growing in hardiness zone 2-10.
Leaves color is green, shape of rhomboid with serrated edges with slightly hairy texture.
Flower color white, the flowers grow in clusters.
Physalis alkekengi flower
Fruit cover with capsule in orange color, small fruit the color orang, the taste reminiscent of sweet tomato, the fruity is ready to pick when the capsule start to become brown.
Physalis alkekengi for sale – Seeds or Plants to Buy
Requirements for Physalis alkekengi growing and care:
Rich soil, mulch
What is the best way to start growing?
Plant / Seed / Vegetative Reproduction
Is it necessary to graft or use vegetative reproduction?
No, but it easy
Difficulties or problems when growing:
Aggressive, can be invasive
Planting season:
Spring, summer
Pests and diseases:
Aphids
Pruning season:
Winter
How to prune:
Dead branches
Size of the plant?
30-80 cm, 12-32 inches
Growth speed in optimal condition:
Fast growing / Medium growing
Water requirement:
Average amount of water / Big amount of water
Light conditions in optimal condition for growing:
Full Sun
Is it possible to grow as houseplant?
No
Growing is also possible in a planter /flowerpot / containers:
Yes
Blooming information
Bloom season:
Spring / Summer
General information about the flower
Small White flowers grow in clusters
Pollination is done by:
Bees
Edible fruits
Fruit harvest season:
Summer / Autumn
Fruits pests or diseases:
Aphids, birds
What can be done with big quantities of Physalis alkekengi fruits?
Eat raw, juice, jams
Work requirements on the fruit:
Nothing special
How long does it take to bear fruit?
6-9 month
Scientific name:
Physalis alkekengi