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What is a bladder cherry?
A bladder cherry is a plant, Latin name Physalis alkekengi, with a bright paper-like covering over its fruit, native to southern Europe, also known as the Chinese lantern, Japanese lantern, or winter cherry.
What do Japanese lantern flowers look like?
White with a yellow center is the bright, clean, clear look of the flowers of the Japanese lantern (Physalis alkekengi).Specifically, the flower grows amidst spirally arranged leaves. It has five lobes. It measures about 2/5 to 2/3 inches (10 to 16 millimeters) across. It turns into the distinct orange, papery-looking fruit by way of its inflated basal sepals.
Are Chinese lantern flowers poisonous?
Yes, Chinese lantern flowers (Physalis alkekengi) are considered toxic. The plant contains solanine, a toxic alkaloid that can cause symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea if ingested. While the ripe fruit is sometimes used in culinary applications, it should be handled with caution, as unripe fruit and other parts of the plant are more toxic. It's best to avoid consuming any part of the plant without proper knowledge and preparation.
