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Miracle Fruit Plant
Miracle Fruit Plant
Miracle Fruit Plant
  1. Miracle Fruit Plant
  2. Miracle Fruit Plant
  3. Miracle Fruit Plant

Miracle Fruit Plant

Original price was: ₹950.00.Current price is: ₹751.00.

Plant Name:

Miracle Fruit (Synsepalum dulcificum)

Plant Characteristics:

  • Botanical Name:
    Synsepalum dulcificum
  • Common Names:
    Miracle Berry, Flavor Berry, Sweet Berry
  • Type:
    Evergreen shrub
  • Height:
    2–5 feet (in containers) or up to 15 feet (in the ground)
  • Leaves:
    Oblong, glossy, dark green leaves with a leathery texture
  • Flowers:
    • Color: Small, white
    • Shape: Star-shaped
    • Fragrance: Light and pleasant
    • Bloom Season: Multiple times a year in warm conditions
  • Fruits:
    • Shape: Oval or oblong
    • Color: Bright red when ripe
    • Taste: Mildly sweet; alters taste buds to make sour foods taste sweet
    • Harvest Time: Typically 2–3 years after planting, with multiple harvests per year
  • Native Habitat:
    West Africa
  • Other Details:
    • The fruit contains miraculin, a glycoprotein that temporarily alters taste perception for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
    • It’s a slow-growing plant, often kept as a conversation piece in gardens and homes.

Growing Requirements:

  • Light:
    Partial shade is ideal; can tolerate filtered sunlight indoors.
  • Soil:
    Well-draining, acidic soil (pH 4.5–6.0); peat-based or sandy loam is recommended.
  • Watering:
    Keep the soil consistently moist but avoid waterlogging.
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Planting Tips:

  • Ideal Planting Time:
    Spring or early summer when temperatures are consistently warm.
  • Soil Preparation:
    • Mix equal parts peat moss, perlite, and garden soil to create an acidic and well-aerated medium.
    • Add sulfur or pine needles to maintain low soil pH.
  • Watering Routine:
    • Water regularly, ensuring the soil is moist but not soggy.
    • Reduce watering slightly in cooler months.
  • Fertilizing:
    Feed every 6–8 weeks during the growing season with an acidic fertilizer (e.g., azalea or camellia fertilizer).
  • Pruning:
    • Prune lightly in late winter or early spring to shape the plant and remove dead or weak branches.
    • Avoid heavy pruning, as this can stunt growth.
  • Pest and Disease Control:
    • Common issues include aphids, spider mites, and scale insects. Treat with neem oil or insecticidal soap.
    • Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot and fungal diseases.
  • Pollination Requirements:
    • The plant is self-pollinating but may benefit from hand pollination for higher fruit yield.

Benefits and Uses:

  • Nutritional Value:
    • Low in calories and contains miraculin, which can aid in sugar-free diets by sweetening sour foods naturally.
  • Aesthetic Value:
    • Compact and attractive, ideal for patios, indoor gardens, and as a potted feature plant.
  • Ecological Role:
    • Attracts pollinators like bees and small insects.

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