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Questions and Answers: 2018

Question: In my friend’s garden in Texas. She didn’t plant it and it’s growing among her pepper plants.

  • Question

    In my friend’s garden in Texas. She didn’t plant it and it’s growing among her pepper plants.

    Answer

    Dear Planter, the plant you photographed appears to be a species of Physalis (ground-cherry), a member of the nightshade family. I cannot tell you which species because Texas is a long way from my region of expertise. I hope this helps you start learning about this plant.