Physalis peruviana aroma and volatile compounds

Abstract

The goldenberry (Physalis peruviana L.) is an exotic fruit and is a member of the Solanaceae family. The fruit is also known as cape gooseberry. The goldenberry has been increasingly distributed worldwide and has gained popularity in the human diet due to its physical, chemical, and nutritional characteristics. The main characteristics of the fruit are a very pleasant, sour-sweet taste along with a desirable aroma. Esters, aldehydes, and terpenes present in goldenberry contribute to the characteristic aroma. Different chromatographic methods and various extraction methods have been used in the extraction and identification of these volatile compounds. This chapter highlights the presence and extraction methods of aroma and volatile compounds in goldenberry. © 2024 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved including those for text and data mining AI training and similar technologies.