1, Leaf difference: The leaves of Physalis alkekengi are simple and alternate, and the leaves are oval or oval, which are grassy, while the leaves of Physalis alkekengi are broadly wedge-shaped at the base, with irregular rough serrations or wavy edges.

2. Difference of flowers: Pseudo-Physalis flowers are solitary in the axils of leaves, showing lavender color, with 5 deeply split calyxes, and the base of lobes is heart-shaped, while the corolla of Physalis is white. After flowering, the calyx will expand into an egg sac, and the base will be slightly concave, showing thin leathery color, and it will be orange-red or fiery red when it matures.

3. Fruit difference: the capsule of Physalis alkekengi is spherical, with a diameter of about 2 cm, and five persistent sepals are wrapped outside. However, Physalis alkekengi berries are spherical, orange-red, with a diameter of 1 to 1.5 cm, soft and juicy.