Miracle Fruit (Synsepalum Dulcificum) is a perennial shrub in the Sapotaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or filtered_light light in USDA hardiness zones 10-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.
Synsepalum dulcificum is a tropical West African shrub famous for its red berries that contain miraculin, a glycoprotein that temporarily alters taste perception, making sour foods taste sweet.

Miracle Fruit
Synsepalum Dulcificum
Synsepalum dulcificum is a tropical West African shrub famous for its red berries that contain miraculin, a glycoprotein that temporarily alters taste perception, making sour foods taste sweet.
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Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.
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