Tag: Peruvian groundcherry

According to botanical classification, golden berries, also known as cape gooseberries, are indeed members of the nightshade family, Solanaceae. This places them in the same family as many common vegetables, including tomatoes, eggplants, and peppers.

Despite its name, the golden berry is not a true berry but a member of the nightshade family, sharing a lineage with tomatoes and tomatillos. This often-overlooked fruit offers a unique sweet-tart flavor, encased in a distinctive papery husk, making it a superfood with a surprising identity.