Barbados Cherry (Malpighia emarginata)

Vitamin C Superfruit with Tropical Sweet-Tart Flavor Barbados Cherry, also known as Acerola, is a tropical evergreen shrub or small tree famous for its bright red, cherry-sized fruits packed with vitamin C—up to 30 times more than an orange! Native to the Caribbean and Central America, this fast-growing fruiter thrives in warm, sunny climates and produces multiple crops per year. Its glossy leaves, pink-lavender blossoms, and abundant fruits make it as beautiful as it is productive. The fruits are juicy, sweet-tart, and perfect for smoothies, juices, jellies, and fresh eating straight off the tree. Why Grow Barbados Cherry? Produces cherry-sized fruits rich in antioxidants and vitamin C Multiple crops per year in warm climates Fast-growing, evergreen, and highly ornamental Delicious in juices, smoothies, jams, and desserts Pollinator-friendly blooms attract bees and butterflies Growing Tips: Plant in full sun with well-drained soil. Barbados Cherry loves warmth and humidity, performi