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Family Malpighiaceae

HAWAII - CULTIVATED

Malpighia punicifolia

UH Manoa, Oahu

ACEROLA or BARBADOS CHERRY

Small tree with pink flowers 3/4 inch across.  Fruits are sweet & high in Vitamin C.  Native to Tropical South America & the Caribbean.  Malpighia glabra is a synonym.

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