Synsepalum dulcificum

Miracle Fruit

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Tropical evergreen shrub known for fruit that alters taste perception, turning sour foods sweet temporarily due to the miraculin protein. Native to West Africa.
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Plant Details

Common Name Miracle Fruit
Family Sapotaceae
Genus Synsepalum
Species Dulcificum
Origin West Africa
Blooming Small white flowers, summer to autumn
Leaf Color Dark green
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Acidic well-draining mix, peat and perlite, pH 5.0-6.0

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged during growing season, reduce in winter

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light or morning sun, avoid scorching afternoon heat

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Fertilization

Balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during spring/summer, acidic fertilizer preferred

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Pruning

Minimal pruning needed to maintain shape, remove dead wood

Pest Control Mealybug Scale Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

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agriculture Harvesting Period 2 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 90°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
50% – 85%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 30000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
50 – 600
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
40% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
350 – 2000
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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