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Physalis angulata L.

Synonyms

Boberella angulata, Physalis arenaria, Physalis capsicifolia, Physalis capsicoides, Physalis dubia, Physalis esquirolii, Physalis flexuosa, Physalis hermannii, Physalis linkiana, Physalis micrantha, Physalis pendula, Physalis pruinosa, Physalis ramosissima

Common names

Balloon cherry, Cutleaf groundcherry, gooseberry

Extract from Wikipedia article

Physalis angulata is an erect, herbaceous, annual plant belonging to the nightshade family Solanaceae. It is known by several names, including angular winter cherry, balloon cherry, cutleaf groundcherry, gooseberry, hogweed, wild tomato, camapu, and occasionally other common names for the genus Physalis. It reproduces by seed. Its leaves are dark green and roughly oval, often with tooth shapes around the edge. The flowers are five-sided and pale yellow; the yellow-orange fruits are born inside a balloon-like calyx. It is native to the Americas, but is now widely distributed and naturalized in tropical and subtropical regions worldwide.[+]

AI-generated Description

Physalis angulata, also known as cutleaf ground cherry, is an annual herb native to tropical and subtropical regions. In Qatar, it has been found to be a naturalized weed, commonly growing in disturbed areas, roadsides, and agricultural fields. Studies have reported its presence in various locations across the country, including Doha and the northern regions. The plant's ability to thrive in Qatar's arid climate is likely due to its adaptability and tolerance to high temperatures and saline soils.

Balloon cherry (cutleaf groundcherry, Physalis angulata) on Green Circles (center-pivot irrigation) in Irkhaya (Irkaya) Farms. South-western Qatar, October 25, 2014
Salwa Road, Qatar

Blooming balloon cherry (cutleaf groundcherry, Physalis angulata) on Green Circles (center-pivot irrigation) in Irkhaya (Irkaya) Farms. South-western Qatar, October 25, 2014
Salwa Road, Qatar

Fruit of balloon cherry (cutleaf groundcherry, Physalis angulata) on Green Circles (center-pivot irrigation) in Irkhaya (Irkaya) Farms. South-western Qatar, October 25, 2014
Salwa Road, Qatar

Flower of balloon cherry (cutleaf groundcherry, Physalis angulata) on Green Circles (center-pivot irrigation) in Irkhaya (Irkaya) Farms. South-western Qatar, October 25, 2014
Salwa Road, Qatar

Close up of a fruit of balloon cherry (cutleaf groundcherry, Physalis angulata) on Green Circles (center-pivot irrigation) in Irkhaya (Irkaya) Farms. South-western Qatar, October 25, 2014
Salwa Road, Qatar

Blooming balloon cherry (cutleaf groundcherry, Physalis angulata) on Green Circles (center-pivot irrigation) in Irkhaya (Irkaya) Farms. South-western Qatar, October 25, 2014
Salwa Road, Qatar

Balloon cherry (cutleaf groundcherry, Physalis angulata) with back lit leaves and a flower on Green Circles (center-pivot irrigation) in Irkhaya (Irkaya) Farms. South-western Qatar, October 25, 2014
Salwa Road, Qatar

Ripe fruits of balloon cherry (cutleaf groundcherry, Physalis angulata) taken from Green Circles (center-pivot irrigation) in Irkhaya (Irkaya) Farms. South-western Qatar, October 25, 2014

Fruit of balloon cherry (cutleaf groundcherry, Physalis angulata) on Green Circles (center-pivot irrigation) in Irkhaya (Irkaya) Farms. South-western Qatar, November 15, 2014
Salwa Road, Qatar

Balloon cherry (cutleaf groundcherry, Physalis angulata) on Green Circles (center-pivot irrigation) in Irkhaya (Irkaya) Farms. South-western Qatar, November 15, 2014
Unnamed Road, Qatar

Ripe fruits of balloon cherry (cutleaf groundcherry, Physalis angulata) taken from Green Circles (center-pivot irrigation) in Irkhaya (Irkaya) Farms. South-western Qatar, November 15, 2014

Fruits of balloon cherry (cutleaf groundcherry, Physalis angulata) taken from Green Circles (center-pivot irrigation) in Irkhaya (Irkaya) Farms. South-western Qatar, November 15, 2014

Close up of fruits of balloon cherry (cutleaf groundcherry, Physalis angulata) taken from Green Circles (center-pivot irrigation) in Irkhaya (Irkaya) Farms. South-western Qatar, November 15, 2014

Balloon cherry (cutleaf groundcherry, Physalis angulata) among grass on Green Circles (center-pivot irrigation) in Irkhaya (Irkaya) Farms. Qatar, August 21, 2015
Al Wukair Street, Qatar

AI-generated summary of observations

Physalis angulata was observed growing on Green Circles in Irkhaya Farms, south-western Qatar. The plant was seen blooming with flowers and producing fruit, including ripe fruits that were collected. Observations were made over several months, from October to November 2014, and again in August 2015. During this time, the plant's leaves, flowers, and fruits were photographed, showcasing its growth and development. The fruits were often backlit, highlighting their texture and color. In August 2015, the plant was observed growing among grass on the Green Circles. Overall, Physalis angulata appeared to thrive in the center-pivot irrigation system of Irkhaya Farms. Its ability to grow and produce fruit in this environment suggests that it is well adapted to the local conditions. The plant's growth patterns were consistent over time.

Links

• Flora of Qatar.
• Unknown plants or plants without names.
• Duplicate and extra pictures of plants.
• Earlier version of collection of plants.
• Other collections of pictures from Qatar: Lizards of Qatar, Cats of Qatar, Camels of Qatar, and Fish of Qatar.
• Picture archives.
• Home page of A. Sergeev.

Outside links

• Physalis angulata, Wikipedia article
• Physalis angulata from www.catalogueoflife.org
• Ekhlas M. M. Abdel Bary, The Flora of Qatar, Volume I: The Dicotyledons. Doha 2012
• Flora of Qatar, Volume II: The Monocotyledons
• Illustrated Checklist of the Flora of Qatar. John Norton et al. 2009
• Qatar eNature. Flora
• Ali Al-Rawi, Flowering plants of Kuwait, 1985
• Plants of Kuwait
• Flora of Saudi Arabia, Al-Qassim Region
• Flora of Eastern Saudi Arabia by Rain and Dust at Flickr
• Plants of South-Western Morocco
• Pictures from Qatar (Flickr/cpmkutty)
• Arabian plants by Gary Brown
• Flora of Israel

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• Full names, synonyms, and classification of plants were found online from catalogueoflife.org and theplantlist.org using a script.
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Acknowledgements

QNHG (Qatar Natural History Group) and associated people, for a possibility to participate in their field excursions and to learn about local nature.