Physalis hederifolia
Family Solanaceae
Species Profile
| Species classification | Invasive [NSW's Noxious Weeds] |
| Common names | Perennial Ground Cherry, Sticky Cape Gooseberry, Sticky Ground Cherry |
| Synonyms | Physalis hederaefolia orth. var. A.Gray; Physalis lanceolata Michx.; Physalis viscosa L. |
| Longevity | Perennial |
| Growth form | Herb |
| Seed dispersal morphology | Adhesive (burrs, sticky, awns, hairs etc), Fleshy fruit/Edible/Aril |
| Maximum height (m) | 0.6 |
| Capable of vegetative reproduction | Yes |
| Native range | North America |
| Exotic range (Australia) | NSW, SA, VIC, WA |
| Exotic range (other) | Information unavailable |
| Habitat types (exotic) | Agricultural land, Pastures, Roadsides, Wastelands |
| Soil type (exotic) | Information unavailable |
| Decade of introduction | 1920 |
National Climate Change Impact
Invasive Class 2
Species has either an increase in the area of suitable habitat or habitat suitability of observations under RCP 8.5 2065 compared to current climate suitability.
Maps of Habitat Suitability & Recorded Occurrences
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Current suitable habitat
2035 suitable habitat
(RCP 8.5)
2065 suitable habitat
(RCP 8.5)
Recorded occurrences
(Australia)
Recorded occurrences
(global)
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