MALPIGHIA PUNICIFOLIA
Dwarf Barbados Cherry

A low growing plant. This small shrub has arching dark brown stems with green leaves and pink flowers followed by red berries throughout the year. Excellent bonsai specimen. The creeping stems and sometimes exposed roots can create really interesting shapes.

FAMILY : Malpighiaceae
ORIGIN : Central America, Caribbean
SIZE : 3'
LIGHT REQUIREMENTS : full sun to light shade
WATER REQUIREMENTS : keep moist
MIN. TEMP. : 45°
FLOWER : sporadic throughout the year