Barbados Cherry/ Malpighia Emarginata (single plant)

Description

In India, we can sell this Barbados Cherry/ Malpighia Emarginata (single plant) via online delivery systems to any states including Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Odisha (Orissa), Punjab, Rajasthan, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and West Bengal

The Barbados Cherry, also known as Acerola Cherry, is a small tropical fruit tree or shrub that produces bright red, vitamin C-rich cherries. It is popular for its fast growth, drought tolerance, and ornamental value, making it a great choice for edible gardens, hedges, or container planting.

Plant Details:

• Family: Malpighiaceae
• Growth Habit: Bushy, evergreen shrub or small tree
• Size: 2–4 meters (6–13 feet) tall, but can be pruned smaller
• Leaves: Small, glossy, dark green, oval-shaped with a wavy margin
• Flowers: Small, pink to lavender, five-petaled flowers bloom in clusters
• Fruits: Bright red, cherry-like berries, about 1–2 cm in diameter, high in vitamin C
• Taste: Sweet-tart, juicy, with a slight citrus flavor
• Blooming & Fruiting Season: Year-round, with peak fruiting in spring and summer

Care & Growing Conditions:

• Light: Prefers full sun (at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight for best fruiting)
• Water: Drought-tolerant once established; water regularly in dry periods for better fruit production
• Soil: Well-draining, sandy or loamy soil; prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH (5.5–7.5)
• Temperature: Thrives in warm, tropical, and subtropical climates (not frost-tolerant; protect from temperatures below 5°C / 41°F)
• Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity
• Fertilization: Use a balanced fertilizer every 4–6 weeks during the growing season; organic compost also promotes fruiting
• Pruning: Regular pruning encourages bushy growth, better airflow, and more fruit production
• Propagation: Grown from seeds, cuttings, or air-layering

Special Features & Uses:

• High in vitamin C—one of the richest natural sources!
• Fast-growing and drought-resistant
• Attractive as an edible hedge or ornamental tree
• Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies
• Fruits can be eaten fresh or used in juices, jams, and desserts