Cape Gooseberry

Cape gooseberry, (Physalis peruviana), also called goldenberry, species of ground cherry in the nightshade family (Solanaceae) and its edible fruit. The plant is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru and was widely grown in South Africa beginning in the 19th century, which is likely the source of its common name. It is unrelated to true gooseberries of the genus Ribes (family Grossulariaceae). Cape gooseberries are bittersweet, slightly tart, and quite juicy. They have some of the acidity of a cherry tomato and notes of citrus fruits, pineapple, peaches, and cherries.