Malpighia Emarginata Plant – Barbados Cherry Tree
Malpighia Emarginata Plant, commonly known as Barbados Cherry or Acerola, is a tropical fruiting shrub valued for its glossy green leaves, delicate flowers and bright red fruits. Its compact growth makes it a useful addition to home gardens and suitable warm-climate landscapes. This plant is suitable for home gardens, fruit gardens, landscape borders and container growing where conditions permit. Its attractive foliage and colorful fruits offer both ornamental appeal and fruit-growing interest.
Plant Details:
- Botanical Name: Malpighia emarginata
- Common Name: Barbados Cherry, Acerola, West Indian Cherry
- Family: Malpighiaceae
- Plant Type: Tropical fruiting shrub or small tree
- Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
- Climate: Tropical and subtropical
- Foliage: Small, glossy green oval leaves
- Flowers: Small pink to pale-pink flowers
- Landscape Use: Home gardens, fruit gardens, containers, borders and edible landscapes
