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balãozinho

Physalis pubescens

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Africa (Congo (DRC)), Asia (China, Taiwan, Turkey), Europe (14 countries), North America (Canada, Cuba, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Brazil, Chile, Colombia).

Names in Other Languages

Spanish capulí
French Coqueret
German Kurzhaarige Blasenkirsche
Portuguese balãozinho

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of balãozinho?
The scientific name of balãozinho is Physalis pubescens. It belongs to the genus Physalis.
Where does balãozinho live?
balãozinho is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Congo (DRC)), Asia (China, Taiwan, Turkey), Europe (14 countries), North America (Canada, Cuba, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Brazil, Chile, Colombia).. Countries include Albania, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Congo (DRC), Croatia.
What family does balãozinho belong to?
balãozinho (Physalis pubescens) belongs to the genus Physalis, which is part of the taxonomic family Solanaceae.
What kingdom does balãozinho belong to?
balãozinho (Physalis pubescens) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).
What are the closest relatives of balãozinho?
The closest relatives of balãozinho in the genus Physalis include alquequenje-amarelo, balão-rajado, perennial ground-cherry, Sharp-leaf Ground-cherry, Clammy Ground-Cherry.

Native Range — 25 Countries

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