AT A GLANCE
What happens if I eat unripe physalis?
If you have eaten unripe physalis, especially can Stomach cramps and side effects like diarrhea or vomiting be the result. The reason for this is the alkaloid solanine. It is contained in the unripe fruits of the nightshade plant and makes them slightly poisonous.
Why shouldn't I eat unripe physalis?
immaturity fruit the physalis peruviana contain that alkaloid solanine and are therefore considered slightly toxic. In order to completely rule out symptoms of poisoning from eating the berries, you should only take such specimens eatthat are fully mature.
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What to do if I ate unripe physalis?
After eating unripe physalis you should first and foremost stay calm. You can usually cure the common symptoms, i.e. abdominal cramps and diarrhea, at home within a few days. If you have only eaten two or three unripe fruits of the Andean berry, with a bit of luck you will get away with it completely without any unpleasant symptoms of poisoning.
Important: If the symptoms persist or become more severe, you should consult a doctor as soon as possible.
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This is how you recognize ripe Physalis
Ripe physalis can be recognized by the brownish discolored and parchment-like dried-up lantern sleeves and the strong dark yellow or orange of the fruit. It is also worth knowing that the fully ripe berries usually fall off the physalis by themselves. But be careful: sometimes they do this even when they are damaged. In addition, always pay attention to the characteristic features of ripe physalis fruits.
