Winter Cherry Collection

Chinese lanterns (Physalis alkekengi) skeletons and Honesty seed pods (Lunaria annua)

Poison gooseberry, Withania somnifera, and bladder cherry, Physalis alkekengi
FLO4669198 Poison gooseberry, Withania somnifera, and bladder cherry, Physalis alkekengi. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal

Artichoke (Cynara scolymus), broad beans (Vicia faba) and lantern plant (Physalis), 1596-1610. Commissioned by Emperor Rudolf II

Chinese lanterns (Physalis alkekengi) skeletons, silhouette on white background

Chinese lanterns (Physalis alkekengi) skeletons, silhouette on white background

Chinese Lanterns (Physalis alkekengi), Hydrangea flowers, Poplar leaves (Populus) and Honesty skeletons (Lunaria annua), silhouettes on white background

Bladder cherry or Chinese lantern, Physalis alkekengi, Alkekenge
5324501 Bladder cherry or Chinese lantern, Physalis alkekengi, Alkekenge by Maubert, Louis Joseph Edouard (1806-1879); (add.info.: Bladder cherry or Chinese lantern, Physalis alkekengi, Alkekenge)

Winter Cherries. Creator: Shinsai
Winter Cherries

Chinese lantern, Cape gooseberry, Physalis alkekengi
Physalis alkekengi, Digitally manipulated image of stem of Cape Gooseberry hung with decorative, lantern-like calyces against softened, muted background creating effect of illustration

Cape gooseberry, Inca or Aztec berry, golden berry -Physalis peruviana-

Black and white illustration, making four cuts along veins of physalis flower, to open up the flower (drying flowers)

Black and white illustration of hands opening a physalis flower, pulling down the segments created by cutting (drying flowers)

Physalis alkekengi (bladder cherry, Chinese lantern)
Antique illustration of Physalis alkekengi (bladder cherry, Chinese lantern, Japanese-lantern, winter cherry)

Bladder cherry, Chinese lantern -Physalis alkekengi franchetii Orange-, ripe fruit, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

Groundcherries

Strawberry groundcherry -Physalis pruinosa-, Tyrol, Austria

Chinese lantern (Physalis alkekengi)
Chinese lantern fruit (Physalis alkekengi). Only the fruit is edible, all other parts of this plant are poisonous. The fruit is used in herbal medicine to treat fevers and gout

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"Winter Cherry: A Delicate Beauty in Nature's Skeletons" As the frosty winds of winter embrace the landscape, a captivating sight emerges - the enchanting Winter Cherry. Also known as Chinese lanterns (Physalis alkekengi), these delicate wonders bring a touch of whimsy to the barren scenery. In their skeletal form, Winter Cherries stand tall and proud against a pristine white background. Silhouetted gracefully, they exude an ethereal charm that captures our imagination. Their intricate structures resemble nature's own artwork, with slender branches reaching out like delicate fingers. Accompanying these mesmerizing lanterns are Honesty seed pods (Lunaria annua), adding another layer of intrigue to this wintry scene. With their translucent membranes revealing shimmering silver coins within, they create a harmonious contrast against the vibrant hues of the Chinese Lanterns. Amidst this picturesque display, other elements join in harmony. Hydrangea flowers and Poplar leaves (Populus) add splashes of color and texture to this monochromatic canvas. The Bladder cherry or Chinese lantern (Physalis alkekengi) takes center stage with its radiant presence, illuminating even the gloomiest days. From Issaquah in Washington State to distant lands afar, Winter Cherries grace landscapes worldwide during autumn's embrace. Their fiery orange hues ignite warmth amidst chilly temperatures, reminding us that beauty can be found even in colder seasons. Drying flowers become art forms themselves as black and white illustrations capture hands delicately opening up Physalis flowers along their veins. These meticulous cuts reveal hidden treasures within - secrets waiting to be discovered by those who appreciate nature's craftsmanship. Let us not forget Cape gooseberries or Inca berries (Physalis peruviana), also known as golden berries; they share similarities with their Chinese counterparts but possess unique qualities that make them equally captivating. A testament to the resilience and beauty found in nature's skeletons.