Miracle Fruit Plant (Miracle Berry) - For Sale from Everglades Farms, Florida Product Overview: Discover the unique and fascinating Miracle Fruit Plant (Synsepalum dulcificum), known for its extraordinary ability to alter taste perception. Perfect for enhancing flavors and offering a delightful experience, this plant is a fantastic addition to any garden or indoor space. Key Features: Unique Glycoprotein: Miracle fruit contains a unique glycoprotein that inhibits taste buds' perception of sour taste for half an hour up to a couple of hours. They can make lemons taste like lemon candy. Flavor Enhancement: The fruit can be used to enhance the flavor of grapefruit, strawberries, and lychees, making them taste exceptionally sweet. Appetite Stimulant: The fruit acts as an appetite stimulant for chemotherapy patients by masking the metallic taste that food tends to get after chemo treatment. Container-Friendly: The plants are best grown in containers and can remain in a seven-gallon pot indefinitely, making them ideal for both indoor and outdoor gardening. Growing and Care Instructions: Soil Requirements: This plant prefers acidic soil to grow. Ensure the soil is well-drained and retains moisture. Watering: Regular watering is essential, especially during the growing season, but avoid waterlogging. Sunlight Requirements: Thrives in full sun to partial shade, making it versatile for various growing conditions. Growth Rate: The Miracle Fruit Plant grows slowly, requiring patience but offering unique rewards. Fertilization: Use a balanced fertilizer suitable for acidic-loving plants to encourage healthy growth. Growth and Adaptability: Slow Growth: This plant grows slowly but offers the unique benefit of altering taste perception, making it a fascinating addition to your plant collection. Container-Friendly: Ideal for container gardening, this plant can thrive in a seven-gallon pot indefinitely, allowing for easy movement and optimal growing conditions. Special Considerations: Cultivated in Florida: Grown in our premium plant nursery in Homestead, Florida, our Miracle Fruit Plants benefit from the region’s ideal subtropical climate, ensuring robust growth and exceptional fruit production. Shipping Details: Shipped in a sturdy plastic container with soil to ensure the plant's roots remain healthy and ready for transplantation upon arrival. Why Choose Everglades Farm? Quality Assurance: We ensure our plants are healthy and ready to thrive in your garden. Sustainability: Our nursery practices eco-friendly methods to support sustainable agriculture. Customer Support: Expert guidance and support to help you succeed in growing your Miracle Fruit Plant. Elevate your gardening experience with the Miracle Fruit Plant from Everglades Farms. Enjoy the unique ability to alter taste perception and the ornamental beauty of this exceptional plant. Order your plant today and add a touch of the extraordinary to your outdoor space.