Malpighia glabra (Barbados Cherry)

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

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