Malpighia glabra (Barbados Cherry)

Malpighia glabra, Barbados Cherry, Acerola, Malphigia, Cerejeira
Barbados Cherry

Botanical name: Malpighia glabra

Common names: Barbados Cherry, Acerola, Malphigia, Cerejeira

Family: Malpighiaceae

Origin: West Indies, Central America

Hardiness: 30°F

USDA Plant Hardiness MapPlant used for bonsaiLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunModerate waterPink flowersEdible plantSubtropical or temperate zone plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Malpighia glabra (Barbados Cherry) is a small evergreen shrub or tree from the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America. It forms a rounded crown 6-12 ft tall with glossy leaves, bears clusters of pink to lavender flowers, and sets bright red tart-sweet drupes used fresh or for juice and jam; in warm climates mature plants can crop several times a year.

Grow in full sun to light shade and well drained soil; water regularly for best fruit set, letting the surface dry slightly between waterings. It prunes well for hedges, containers, or a small specimen. In USDA Zones 9-11 it tolerates only brief dips to about 28-30 F, so choose a warm sheltered site and protect from frost; container plants can be overwintered indoors in cooler areas. See Article about Barbados Cherry

See Growing Barbados Cherry in container


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