Nicandra physalodes

Apple of Peru

Description

1. Popular name(s): Apple of Peru, Shoo-Fly Plant, Broadleaf-Nightshade
2. Botanical name: Nicandra physalodes (syn. Nicandra physaloides)
3. Family: Solanaceae
4. Origin: South America (Peru) and as an introduced species also in Australia, North America and some European countries
5. Height: 50 to 150 centimeters
6. USDA zone: 8 (-7 °C)

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