The Barbados Cherry (Malpighia emarginata) is a tropical fruit also well known as Acerola and some other names. It is a fast-growing and low-maintenance tree that is suitable for container or ground growing. Acerola has a high vitamin C content. Consuming 2 to 3 fruits may contain the daily recommended allowance of vitamin C.
 
Taste: The red-orange flesh is soft, aqueous and succulent, the flavor is sweet-tart with fruity, bright, and acidic notes.
Tree size: 6 - 10 ft tall
Fruit size: About 1 - 1.25 inch in diameter
Season: Summer - early winter.
Zones: 9 - 11