December 29th Birth Flower Spotlight, Winter Cherry
Description of Winter Cherry Winter Cherry, scientifically known as Physalis alkekengi, is a captivating plant admired for its distinctive, lantern-like calyx that encases a bright red or orange fruit. This perennial plant, also called Chinese Lantern, is native to parts of Europe and Asia and is often grown for ornamental purposes. Its vibrant calyces, resembling glowing paper lanterns, appear during autumn and persist into winter, offering a burst of color amidst the season’s subdued palette....