3 Barbados Cherry Live Plants – Acerola Fruit Bush – 4–6" Tall – Malpighia emarginata

Grow your own tropical fruit with these Barbados Cherry (Malpighia emarginata), also known as Acerola. This fast-growing evergreen fruiting shrub is valued for its attractive branching habit, ornamental foliage, and bright red cherries when mature. It is well suited for edible landscapes, home orchards, tropical gardens, and large patio containers.

This listing includes 3 live Barbados Cherry plants, each measuring approximately 4–6 inches tall at the time of shipping. The well-rooted starter plants are shipped without pots and are ready to transplant into the garden or larger containers.

Plant Size at Shipping:

• Quantity: 3 live plants
• Approx. 4–6 inches tall at time of shipping
• Ships without pot

Plant Information:

• Botanical Name: Malpighia emarginata
• Common Names: Barbados Cherry, Acerola, Acerola Cherry
• Plant Type: Tropical fruit-bearing perennial shrub
• Growth Habit: Fast-growing, branching shrub
• Foliage: Evergreen in frost-free climates
• Landscape Uses: Home orchards, edible gardens, tropical landscapes, containers, and patio gardens

Plant Condition Disclosure:

Live plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.

Natural variation in plant size, branching, foliage density, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.

Important Note:

You will receive live starter plants (young plants). Listing photos show mature plants for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.

🔹 BULLET POINTS:

• Includes 3 live Barbados Cherry (Acerola) plants
• Approximately 4–6 inches tall at shipping
• Ships without pots
• Fast-growing tropical fruiting shrub
• Suitable for edible landscapes and container growing
• Well-rooted starter plants ready for transplanting
• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil
• Suitable for USDA Zones 9–11

🧾 MATERIALS:

• 3 Live Barbados Cherry Plants (Malpighia emarginata)

📋 ATTRIBUTES:

Common Name: Barbados Cherry, Acerola
Scientific Name: Malpighia emarginata
Plant Type: Tropical Fruiting Shrub
Life Cycle: Perennial
Flower/Fruit Color: Pink Flowers; Red Fruit
Sunlight: Full Sun
Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
Water: Moderate; water regularly during establishment
USDA Zone: 9–11

❓ FAQ:

1. What is included with this listing?
You will receive 3 live Barbados Cherry (Acerola) starter plants, each approximately 4–6 inches tall.

2. Are the plants shipped with pots?
No. The plants are shipped without pots for more efficient shipping.

3. Can Barbados Cherry be grown in containers?
Yes. Acerola grows well in large containers with proper drainage and sunlight.

4. What growing conditions are best?
It performs best in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil and regular watering while establishing.

5. What USDA hardiness zones are suitable?
Barbados Cherry is generally suitable for USDA Zones 9–11.