Barbados Cherry Tree – Acerola Live Plant in 4” Pot | Malpighia Emarginata Organic | Fast Fruiting Tropical Fruit Plant

Grow your own nutrient-rich tropical fruit with this Barbados Cherry (Acerola) live plant, shipped in a 4-inch pot and ready to thrive. This plant is propagated from cuttings—not seed—meaning faster fruit production and reliable quality.

Acerola cherry trees are prized for their bright red, vitamin C-rich fruit and fast-growing nature. This attractive shrub produces tart, flavorful cherries from spring through fall and is perfect for fresh eating, juices, and smoothies.

Ideal for warm climates, patios, or container growing, this organic plant is easy to care for and a great addition to any edible garden or tropical collection.

You will receive a plant similar in size and health to the one shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 Barbados Cherry (Acerola) live plant
✔️ Size: 4-inch pot
✔️ Propagated from cuttings (faster fruiting)
✔️ Healthy, established plant
✔️ Organic growing practices

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Barbados Cherry / Acerola
Botanical Name: Malpighia emarginata (glabra)
Plant Type: Tropical fruiting shrub
Growth Stage: Young live plant

Sun Requirements: Full sun
Soil: Well-draining soil
Watering: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
Mature Size: 10–15 feet (smaller with pruning or containers)
Growth Rate: Fast
USDA Zones: 9–11
Container Friendly: Yes

💡 Care Tip: Place in full sun for best fruit production. Regular pruning helps maintain shape and encourages more fruiting branches.