Physalis alkekengi L.
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Authority
Gleason, Henry A. & Cronquist, Arthur J. 1991. Manual of vascular plants of northeastern United States and adjacent Canada. lxxv + 910 pp.
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Family
Solanaceae
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Scientific Name
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Description
Species Description - Rhizomatous perennial 4–6 dm, usually erect and unbranched; lvs ovate, petioled; fls white, 1.5 cm wide; fruiting cal bright red, 5 cm; 2n=24. Native of Eurasia, occasionally escaped from cult. into waste places.
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Common Names
Chinese-lantern plant