Solanaceae Physalis acutifolia (Miers) Sandw.
Sharpleaf Groundcherry
Pima, Gila River - Food, Baby Food
Use documented by:
Rea, Amadeo M., 1991, Gila River Pima Dietary Reconstruction, Arid Lands Newsletter 31:3-10, page 7
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Physalis acutifolia (Miers) Sandw.
Scientific name: Physalis acutifolia (Miers) Sandw.
USDA symbol: PHAC6 (
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Common names: Sharpleaf Groundcherry
Family: Solanaceae
Family (APG): Solanaceae
Native American Tribe: Pima, Gila River
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Baby Food
Notes: Fruits eaten raw primarily by children.
RECRD: 8706 id: 26661