Zone:  9-12 (Treat as an annual).  
Height:  30-40 cm (12-16 in)
Spread:   35-75 cm (14-30 in)
Growth:  Perennial in warm, dry areas, making a small, evergreen shrub.  In the Solanaceae family (includes tomatoes), all parts are potentially toxic, so be cautious with this plant.  (See Plant Info)
Flower:  Insignificant, at leaf nodes on stem.
Fruit:  Orange/red berries (with seeds) form at the leaf nodes on the stem, held in a papery husk (like tomatillo or ground cherry)
Light:  Full sun to part shade
Water:  Minimal
Soil:  Poor, with good drainage