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Malpighia glabra Mariquita

Barbados Cherry

Plant photo of: Malpighia glabra Mariquita
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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

Water Saving Tip:

Group plants with similar watering needs in the same area.