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Leucophysalis grandiflora
Leucophysalis grandiflora (Hook.) Rydb.
Large False Groundcherry
Solanaceae (Potato Family)
Synonym(s): Chamaesaracha grandiflora, Physalis grandiflora
USDA Symbol: LEGR7
USDA Native Status: L48 (N), CAN (N)
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Plant Characteristics
Duration: AnnualHabit: Herb
Leaf Arrangement: Alternate
Breeding System: Flowers Bisexual
Fruit Type: Berry
Size Notes: Up to about 3 feet tall.
Bloom Information
Bloom Color: White , YellowBloom Time: Jun , Jul , Aug , Sep
Distribution
USA: MI , MN , NY , SD , VT , WICanada: ON , SK
Web Reference
Webref 23 - Southwest Environmental Information Network (2009) SEINet - Arizona ChapterAdditional resources
USDA: Find Leucophysalis grandiflora in USDA PlantsFNA: Find Leucophysalis grandiflora in the Flora of North America (if available)
Google: Search Google for Leucophysalis grandiflora
Metadata
Record Modified: 2023-05-23Research By: TWC Staff