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Malphigia glabra /Barbados Cherry
Medium fine textured foliage
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Scientific Name:
Malphigia glabra
Common Name:
Barbados Cherry
Plant Type:
Evergreen
Leaf Type:
Broadleaf
Height:
2- 5 feet
Spread:
2 -3 feet
Bloom time:
Spring
Flower color:
Pink, Multicolored
Fruit present:
Summer, Fall
Fruit color:
Red
Light Exposure:
Sun, Part Sun
Drainage:
Well drained, Moist,
Rate of Growth:
Moderate
Water Requirement:
Medium
Maintenance Level:
Low
Susceptible to insects
and diseases:
Yes
Comments:
Drought and cold tolerant the Barbardos cherry retains its leaves down to about 26 degrees. It is killed to the ground with a hard freeze, but is root hardy with temperatures above 25. Birds eat the bright red seeds.