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Malpighia glabra Mariquita

Barbados Cherry

Plant photo of: Malpighia glabra Mariquita
Information by: Mary Irish        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Medium sized shrub grows to about 5' tall. Flowers are soft pink from late spring to frost followed by rich red berries relished by birds. It is evergreen if there are no freezing temps. Native from south Texas south into Mexico. It takes shearing well and in colder climes, can be a great pot specimen.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

3-6', 6-12'

Flower Color

Pink

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Green, Light Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Red

Fruit Season

Spring, Summer, Fall

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Poor

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Spanish, Tropical

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Silhouette, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Patio, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Hedge, Screen, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.