Downy Ground Cherry (Noun)
Meaning
Decorative American annual having round fleshy yellow berries enclosed in a bladderlike husk.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The downy ground cherry has an interesting growth habit, often spreading quickly and providing an unusual pop of yellow with its berry-filled husks.
- Decorative containers are the perfect spot for a downy ground cherry plant to add some visual interest with its bright yellow fruits.
- Many people have reported the downy ground cherry is quite the conversation starter with its fleshy, bladder-like encasements that surround its small berries.
- Although its main draw is often as a novelty or a curiosity in decorative plantings, downy ground cherry plants also serve a role in wildlife support and preservation.
- Plant enthusiasts should know the downy ground cherry will attract its share of bees, wasps, and other insects in its husks while flowering, drawing an even more impressive range of life.