Malpighia coccigera typically starts flowering in April.
Singapore holly
Malpighia coccigera
Singapore holly is an exotic evergreen shrub, endemic to the Caribbean and Central America. It produces attractive waxy-green foliage, with flowers of a pinkish-red hue that bloom on and off throughout the year. Its ripe fruits have edible red pulp, similar to that of the common cranberry. It grows best in well-drained, acid soil in a sunny spot. This species is resistant to drought and tolerant of salt sprays and can be grown in large pots on a patio or a balcony. It is an excellent choice for use as a bonsai, and can be used as a low hedge or a small privacy screen.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Air Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Cutting,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
11 - 12
Flowers:
Pink Flowers
Sun:
full sun,part shade
Fruits:
red Fruits Ready In Summer
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Thorny:
Yes
Tropical:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Singapore holly should be watered thoroughly once a week. The soil should be kept moist but never saturated. During the summer months, water more often and in the winter months, allow the soil to dry out a bit between waterings. As a rule of thumb, if the top 1-2 inches of soil is dry, it is time to water.
sunlight
Singapore holly plants thrive in full sun but can also tolerate some shade. This plant species needs a minimum of 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight each day; however, exposure to too much direct sunlight can cause leaf burn in the foliage of the plant. As such, it is recommended that Singapore holly is placed in an area that receives bright sun for the morning and mid-day hours, with filtered or dappled shade during the warmest parts of the afternoon.
pruning
Pruning of Singapore holly should be done in late winter/early spring (February or March) for the best shape, and all dead branches and any signs of pest damage should be removed. Pruning should be minimal and only selective pruning of individual branches should be done. Generally, Singapore holly should not be pruned more than 1/3 of its overall growth in any 1 pruning session.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
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Dec
Jan
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Mar
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May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Harvest Fruit
The harvesting season for Malpighia coccigera, or Singapore holly, typically begins in April and continues through June.
Harvest Fruit
The harvesting season for Malpighia coccigera, or Singapore holly, typically begins in April and continues through June.
