barbados cherry

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barbados cherry

A gardener picks a ripe barbados cherry from a leafy shrub.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A tropical American shrub (Malpighia emarginata): A small tree or shrub native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, known for its edible fruit.
    • The fruit of this shrub: A small, bright red or yellow, cherry-like berry that is exceptionally rich in vitamin C.
Usage Examples

  • Noun (referring to the plant):

    • The barbados cherry bush in our garden is flowering.
    • Farmers cultivate barbados cherry for its nutritious fruit.

  • Noun (referring to the fruit):

    • I made a delicious juice from fresh barbados cherry.
    • The barbados cherry has a tart, acidic flavor.
Advanced Usage
  • Horticultural context: The term is used to specify the species in botanical or agricultural discussions.
    • Malpighia emarginata, commonly known as barbados cherry, is a popular choice for home gardens in warm climates.
Variants and Related Words
  • Acerola: Another common name for both the barbados cherry shrub and its fruit. This name is frequently used in commercial and nutritional contexts due to the fruit's high vitamin C content.
  • West Indian cherry: A less common synonym for barbados cherry.
Synonyms
  • Acerola: (Primary synonym for the fruit, especially in nutritional supplements).
  • Malpighia emarginata: (The scientific/botanical name).
Notes on Meaning
  • The term barbados cherry specifically refers to this particular tropical species. It is not a true cherry (genus ), but is named for the visual resemblance of its fruit.
  • Its primary significance lies in its fruit being one of the richest natural sources of vitamin C.
barbados cherry

A gardener picks a ripe barbados cherry from a leafy shrub.

Noun
  1. acid red or yellow cherry-like fruit of a tropical American shrub very rich in vitamin C
  2. tropical American shrub bearing edible acid red fruit resembling cherries

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