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Miracle Fruit Tree — Synsepalum dulcificum in a 3-Gallon Pot

Discover one of nature’s most fascinating tropical plants! The Miracle Fruit Tree (Synsepalum dulcificum) produces small red berries containing miraculin, a naturally occurring protein that temporarily changes how your taste buds perceive certain sour foods. After tasting a ripe miracle fruit berry, foods such as lemon may taste surprisingly sweet for a short time.

Native to West Africa, this unusual evergreen shrub is a favorite among tropical plant collectors, curious food enthusiasts, and gardeners who enjoy growing uncommon edible plants.

What You Will Receive

• Plant: 1 live Miracle Fruit Tree (Synsepalum dulcificum)

• Pot size: 3-gallon nursery pot

• Plant type: Tropical evergreen fruiting shrub

• Appearance: Your plant will be similar to the pictures. Natural variations in height, branching, leaf size, and foliage are normal.

This listing is for the live plant, not a package of miracle fruit berries. Flowers and fruit are not guaranteed at delivery.

What Makes Miracle Fruit Special?

Miracle fruit berries contain miraculin, a protein that interacts with taste receptors and can temporarily make acidic foods taste sweet. The effect depends on the fruit, the foods tasted, and individual perception.

The berries are typically small and red when ripe. The plant may take time to establish and mature before producing fruit, depending on its age and growing conditions.

Miracle Fruit Tree Care Guide

☀️ Light
Provide bright light with partial shade to full sun, depending on your climate and the plant’s acclimation. In hot locations, protect the plant from harsh afternoon sun if the leaves show signs of scorching. Indoors, place it near a bright window where it receives abundant indirect light.

🌱 Soil
Miracle fruit prefers acidic, well-draining growing medium. An acidic mix formulated for acid-loving plants is a good starting point. Avoid alkaline soil and potting mixes that remain soggy, as unsuitable soil conditions can affect plant health.

💧 Watering
Keep the soil evenly moist without allowing the roots to sit in standing water. Check the pot regularly and water when the surface begins to dry slightly. The plant may need more frequent watering during warm weather and less during cooler or lower-light periods.

🌡️ Temperature and Climate
This tropical plant prefers warm, humid conditions and is sensitive to cold and frost. Protect it from chilly temperatures and sudden temperature changes. In cooler climates, growing it in a container makes it easier to move indoors or into a sheltered space when necessary.

🌿 Fertilizing
Use a diluted fertilizer suitable for acid-loving plants, following the product label for dosage and frequency. Avoid excessive fertilizer, particularly when the plant is adjusting after shipping or repotting.

✂️ Pruning
Prune lightly to maintain the desired shape and remove dead or damaged branches. Avoid heavy pruning unless necessary.

🏡 Indoor and Container Growing
Miracle fruit can be grown in a container indoors or outdoors in suitable conditions. Provide bright light, adequate humidity, acidic soil, and good drainage. Watch for changes in leaf condition and adjust light and watering as needed.

Important Buying Information

• You will receive 1 Miracle Fruit Tree in a 3-gallon pot.

• Your plant will be similar to the pictures, but individual plants naturally vary.

• Fruit and flowers are not guaranteed at delivery.

• Growth and fruiting depend on plant maturity, light, temperature, soil acidity, watering, and general care.

Add this unusual tropical fruiting plant to your collection and experience the excitement of growing a berry famous for its remarkable taste-changing effect!