Also known as Angular Winter-Cherry · Annual Groundcherry · Balloon-Cherry
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Cutleaf groundcherry (Physalis angulata) is a sprawling annual with edible, lantern-like fruits. It thrives in warm, sunny conditions and can spread readily.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Thrives in at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best fruit production.
Consistent Moisture
50% intensity
Prefers evenly moist soil, but tolerate some dryness once established.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Warm Conditions
75% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 20-30°C. Protect from frost.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Moderate Feeding
50% intensity
Feed during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer; avoid over-fertilization.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 3/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 3/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Berries are edible when ripe, but unripe berries and other parts of the plant contain toxins.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during dry periods. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly between waterings once established.
Reduce watering in cooler months or when the plant is dormant.
Prune to maintain desired shape and size, and to remove any dead or diseased branches. Pinch back young plants to encourage bushier growth. Remove spent flower stalks to promote continuous fruiting.
Minimal pruning is generally required.
Propagate from seeds sown indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors after the danger of frost has passed. Seeds germinate best in warm soil.
Cuttings can also be taken from mature plants in late spring or early summer.
Repot seedlings into larger containers as they grow, typically once or twice during their first season. Mature plants are usually grown as annuals or perennials in appropriate climates and do not typically require frequent repotting.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Cutleaf Groundcherry (Physalis angulata)
Where Cutleaf Groundcherry (Physalis angulata) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Solanales |
| Family | Solanaceae |
| Genus | Physalis |
| Species | Physalis angulata |
Similar in genus Physalis
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