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Acerola Cherry (Malpighia Emarginata)

Acerola Cherry (Malpighia Emarginata)

$100.00 CAD
$100.00 CAD
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Also known as Barbados cherry, Guarani cherry, and West Indian cherry.

This Malpighia Emarginata plant boasts large, juicy, and sweet fruit plus lush green foliage and delicate flowers that bloom year-round. It will produce small, cherry-like fruits with a tart yet sweet flavor and extremely rich in vitamin C content.

With its impressive yield and stunning appearance, this plant is sure to become a cherished addition to any gardener's collection. Whether you're an avid gardener or a newcomer to the world of horticulture, this Malpighia Emarginata plant will not disappoint!

Plant Care

Barbados Cherry should receive full to partial sunlight and be planted in well-drained soil with organic material. Water regularly until established, then it becomes drought tolerant.

When you receive your plant, we suggest amending your soil with coco coir or coco perlite to keep your mix fluffy and make the best environment for the roots to establish and grow healthy.

  • Propagation Method: Grown from seeds, can take 2-3 years to fruit
  • Fertility: Self-fertilizes
  • Temperature Tolerance:
    • Ideal Minimum: 15 C
    • Minimum Tolerated (briefly): 10 C

Shipping

Please note that all plants are heavily trimmed/pruned and packed as bare root plants for shipping.  Roots are kept moist with a mixture of coco coir and super-absorbent polymers that can be shaken off for planting.

Please note that you will need a pot and soil to plant your fruit tree upon arrival.

Shipping & FAQs

We ship within Canada only.

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View Frequently Asked Questions here.

Fertilizer & Pest Control

The MARPHYL Organic Liquid Fertilizer or M.M Basics 20-20-20 Fertilizer are great options for your plants! For more details, check out our Fertilizer Guide.

Pest Control is just as important as proper watering, sun, and fertilization. For most common pests, the Lost Coast Therapy (US/CA) is a great option. If you're battling fungus gnats specifically, go with Mosquito Dunks. It is highly effective and very easy to use.

For more details, check out our Guide to eliminate common plant pests.

Grow Lights & Other Tools

The Barrina Grow Lights are an excellent option to ensure your plants receive sufficient light indoors.

Keeping stable humidity levels around your plants is key to healthy plants! The VIVOSUN is perfect for plant parents. For more options, check out the Top 6 Best Humidifiers for Plants - in Canada.

Need help with your plants?

Sometimes everything looks fine, but something still feels off — a plant keeps dropping leaves, or you're unsure if your setup is correct.

✨ A quick adjustment now can save a plant that would take months to recover in spring.

Book a 15-minute Virtual Session with our expert plant consultant - Cristina.

Here’s what you get:

✅ 15-Minute Personalized Video Call: We’ll connect over Google Meet so you can show me your plant in real time.

✅ Customized Care Plan: After the call, you’ll receive a clear and easy-to-follow care plan tailored to your plant’s needs.

✅ 1 Free Follow-Up by Email: Have a quick question after your consultation? You can email me once within 7 days for clarification or updates at no extra cost.

✅ Satisfaction Guaranteed: If you’re not happy with your consultation, you’ll receive a full money-back refund.

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