Alkekengi
the winter cherry plant or fruit.
Historical Examples
Egg plants, tomatoes and peppers grew upon the European husk tomato or alkekengi (Physalis alkekengi).
Scientific American Supplement, No. 795, March 28, 1891 Various
For example, take the Physalis alkekengi, a member of the Nightshade family or Solanace.
Everyday Objects W. H. Davenport Adams
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