Acerola

Malpighia emarginata

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Approximately 90 days from planting to harvest

About Acerola

Small tropical shrub bearing bright red cherries with the highest vitamin C content of any fruit — 50–100× more than oranges. Essential in Puerto Rican gardens. Zones 9–11.

Growing Details

Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Sowing Method: Cutting or grafted sapling
Spread: 300 cm
Row Spacing: 300 cm
Height: 400 cm
Days to Harvest: 90 days

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