Small, lantern-like berries enclosed in a delicate papery husk, ideal for fresh-market sales, food processing and high-end culinary use. These physalis (also called cape gooseberry or goldenberry) offer a bright orange color, a firm texture and a balanced sweet-tart flavor. Their natural husk provides added protection during handling and transport, improving shelf stability compared with many soft fruits.
Key commercial attributes
- Appearance: Smooth, firm, bright orange berries with intact papery calyx (husk).
- Flavor profile: Sweet with a tangy, tropical finish; good balance of acidity and sugar for fresh consumption and processing.
- Typical pack formats: Retail punnets (125–250 g), clamshells, or bulk cartons (1–5 kg) for wholesale—custom packing available on request.
- Shelf life & storage: Refrigerated shelf life typically ranges from 2–4 weeks depending on variety and post-harvest handling; store under cool, humid conditions to maximize freshness.
- Uses: Fresh retail, fruit salads, confectionery, jams and preserves, sauces, juice blends, garnishes for desserts and cocktails.
- Logistics & export: Suited for chilled transport; commonly shipped with standard phytosanitary certification and packing lists. Export-ready handling and cold-chain management recommended to preserve appearance and flavor.
Quality and sourcing notes
Physalis quality depends on harvest maturity and post-harvest handling. For B2B buyers seeking consistent supply, request information on packing date, origin, variety, size grade, and any certification (e.g., GlobalG.A.P., organic) if required. Supplier can typically accommodate private-label packing, SEP/LOT traceability and minimum order quantities for commercial contracts.
