Groundcherry · Physalis

Groundcherries, (cape-gooseberries or poha), raw

Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion

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53 kcal Calories

1.9 g Protein

11.2 g Carbs

0.7 g Fat

Good nutrient density 28/100

How many beneficial nutrients Groundcherries, (cape-gooseberries or poha), raw delivers for its calories — scored across 24 vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber, minus saturated fat and sodium. See the most nutrient-dense foods.

Caloric ratio

Where the calories in Groundcherries, (cape-gooseberries or poha), raw come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.

53 kcal / serving

76% from carbs

Carbs 76%

11.2 g per serving
Fat 11%

0.7 g per serving
Protein 13%

1.9 g per serving

What Groundcherries, (cape-gooseberries or poha), raw is a good source of

Stand-out nutrients per 100 g, by share of your Daily Value.

Niacin (B3)18% Vitamin C12%

Full nutrition breakdown

Beneficial
Moderate
Limit
Neutral

Bars are shaded by how a high amount affects your diet — green for nutrients to seek out (fiber, protein, vitamins), red for those best kept low (saturated fat, sodium, cholesterol), neutral where it depends. Each bar shows the % of your Daily Value per serving.

Carbohydrates	Amount	% DV
Total Carbohydrate	11.2 g	4%

Fats & Fatty Acids	Amount	% DV
Total Fat	0.7 g	1%
Trans Fat	0.0 g	—

Protein & Amino Acids	Amount	% DV
Protein	1.9 g	4%

Vitamins	Amount	% DV
Vitamin A (RAE)	36.0 mcg	4%
Vitamin C	11.0 mg	12%
Vitamin D	~	—
Vitamin E	~	—
Vitamin K	~	—
Thiamin (B1)	0.1 mg	9%
Riboflavin (B2)	0.0 mg	3%
Niacin (B3)	2.8 mg	18%
Vitamin B6	~	—
Folate (B9)	~	—
Vitamin B12	0.0 mcg	0%

Minerals	Amount	% DV
Calcium	9.0 mg	1%
Iron	1.0 mg	6%
Magnesium	~	—
Phosphorus	40.0 mg	3%
Potassium	~	—
Sodium	~	—
Zinc	~	—

Sterols	Amount	% DV
Cholesterol	0.0 mg	0%
Phytosterols	~	—

Other	Amount	% DV
Alcohol	~	—
Caffeine	~	—
Theobromine	~	—
Ash	0.8 g	—

About Groundcherries, (cape-gooseberries or poha), raw

Ground cherries — also called cape gooseberries, poha berries or physalis — are small golden-orange fruits each wrapped in its own delicate, papery husk, like a tiny paper lantern. Related to the tomatillo rather than the cherry, they have a bright, tangy-sweet flavor with hints of pineapple and citrus.

They provide about 53 calories per 100 grams and supply vitamin C, vitamin A and B vitamins such as niacin, along with some iron. The fruit is enjoyed fresh once ripe, dried like a raisin, or cooked into jams, pies and sauces, and the husk-wrapped berries make a striking garnish.

One caution worth knowing: only the fully ripe fruit should be eaten. The unripe green berries, along with the husk, leaves and stems of the plant, contain solanine and other compounds that can cause stomach upset — so wait until the berries are golden and the husk has turned papery.

Nutrition data from USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Groundcherries, (cape-gooseberries or poha), raw?

There are 53 calories in 100 g of Groundcherries, (cape-gooseberries or poha), raw, or about 74 calories in 1 cup (140 g).

How much protein is in Groundcherries, (cape-gooseberries or poha), raw?

Groundcherries, (cape-gooseberries or poha), raw contains 1.9 g of protein per 100 g.

How many carbs are in Groundcherries, (cape-gooseberries or poha), raw?

Groundcherries, (cape-gooseberries or poha), raw has 11.2 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.

How much fat is in Groundcherries, (cape-gooseberries or poha), raw?

Groundcherries, (cape-gooseberries or poha), raw provides 0.7 g of total fat per 100 g.

What is Groundcherries, (cape-gooseberries or poha), raw a good source of?

Groundcherries, (cape-gooseberries or poha), raw is a good source of Niacin (B3) and Vitamin C (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.